17 militants arrested, arms cache seized in Manipur
Operations were concentrated in Kakching, Tengnoupal, Bishnupur, and Kangpokpi districts.
Operations were concentrated in Kakching, Tengnoupal, Bishnupur, and Kangpokpi districts.
Manipur came to a standstill on Saturday, as both Meitei and Kuki civil society groups enforced a total shutdown across the state to mark the second anniversary of the ethnic conflict that erupted in 2023.
However, according to the police officials, the shutdown is peaceful so far in both the valley and hill districts.
As Manipur approaches the second anniversary of the ethnic violence that erupted on May 3, 2023, the state remains on high alert.
The day marks a turning point in the state's recent history — one that continues to shape the political and social landscape of the region.
Officials said that except for the Meitel man, who went missing on November 25 from Kangpokpi district, no major incident was reported from any of the nine districts since November 18
This decision follows a detailed assessment of the law and order situation and its correlation with internet usage.
This move comes as part of efforts to maintain public safety amidst a crisis that has gripped the state for months.
The National Students' Union of India (NSUI) staged a protest here on Thursday against the BJP-led government at the Centre, alleging it has failed to address issues of paper leak, Agnipath scheme and Manipur situation.
In a continued crackdown on militant activities, security forces conducted a search and area domination operation in the Fungei Ching Ngamukhong area of Thoubal district, Manipur, recovering a substantial arsenal of weapons and explosives.