Imphal, April 26: Manipur Police has arrested six individuals in connection with incidents of violence and disturbances affecting public peace in the greater Imphal area, officials said, as part of ongoing measures to stabilise the situation.
Those taken into custody have been identified as Yumnam Somnath alias Nongsaba (21) from Lamsang Laingam Khul in Imphal West district, Ningthoujam Prem Singh (25) from Heikrujam Mamang Leikai under Nambol police station, and Sorokhaibam Rustom (25), a resident of Sugnu Chairel Awang Leikai who was staying at Bamon Leikai.
The police also arrested Ngairangbam Yaikhomba (25) of Nongpok Sanjenbam Khullen, Wangkhem Ingo Meitei (30) from Sabungkhok Khunou, and Moirangthem Naoba Meitei (24) of Sabungkhok.
Authorities said the individuals were allegedly involved in activities that disrupted law and order in parts of the Imphal region. Security deployment has been strengthened in sensitive areas to prevent further unrest.
Officials added that investigations are ongoing to determine whether the accused are linked to a broader network. Reiterating their commitment to maintaining peace, police urged residents to cooperate with law enforcement agencies.
