Manipur Police have intensified their enforcement efforts across the state, conducting a series of strategic operations that led to the arrest of several individuals and the recovery of significant quantities of contraband and stolen property. In a major narcotics bust on April 15, security personnel apprehended 29-year-old Micheal Abonmei, a resident of Tamenglong district, in the Sekmai Nongthonban area of Imphal West. During the operation, officers discovered and seized 2.039 kilograms of opium from the suspect’s possession. Law enforcement agencies have confirmed that an active investigation is currently underway to trace the origins of the narcotics and dismantle the intended distribution network.
Simultaneous enforcement drives on the same day focused on the illegal liquor trade within the jurisdiction of the Singjamei Police Station in Imphal West. The crackdown resulted in the seizure of a diverse range of Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) and DIC liquor from multiple locations. The confiscated items included various 750 ml and 350 ml bottles of IMFL, several bottles of beer, and 130 bottles of DIC liquor. This operation is part of a broader, ongoing initiative by the state police to curb the unauthorized sale and transport of alcohol in the region.
The momentum of these operations follows a successful interception earlier on April 13 at the Pallel CDO Check Post in Kakching district. Acting on intelligence regarding vehicle thefts, police intercepted a convoy consisting of six Honda Activa scooters and a Maruti Suzuki Alto LXI. All seven vehicles were confirmed to have been reported stolen prior to being stopped along Chandel Road. The interception led to the immediate apprehension of six men hailing from the Thoubal, Chandel, and Tengnoupal districts, identified as Laimuyum Sanatomba Singh, Md. Anglourung, Chana Jeten Tarao, Kh. Rejoy, SK Malting Lamkang, and Thangreng Leivon.
Police officials have stated that these cases are being treated with high priority as investigators work to uncover wider criminal syndicates. With a total of seven individuals in custody across these various incidents, the authorities are looking into potential links between these activities and larger organized crime networks operating within the state. These recent successes highlight the heightened vigilance of the Manipur Police in maintaining public order and tackling the multifaceted challenges of drug trafficking, bootlegging, and property theft.
