Manipur police arrested two active members of banned insurgent groups in separate operations in Imphal East and Kakching districts on December 20. Konthoujam Priyoranjan Meitei (21), a PREPAK (G-5) cadre, was picked up from Mahabali Kabui Khul in Imphal East, allegedly involved in extortion and recruitment. A mobile phone was seized.
Thokchom Momocha Meitei (28), aka Lamngakpa, a KCP (MFL) member, was arrested from Kakching Lamkhai on December 19.
Security forces also recovered explosives at Monglham Base, Imphal East, including a 9kg IED, 3 live 12-bore rounds, and 13 fired cartridges.
