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Three arrested as Manipur violence flares; dozen firearms seized
Authorities in Manipur have arrested three individuals following fresh communal violence in the state. Police recovered 12 firearms and explosive materials based on information provided by the accused.
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Security forces in Manipur have intensified operations following renewed violence in the troubled northeastern state, leading to the arrest of three persons. The arrests come as part of ongoing efforts to restore peace and curb armed activities in the region.
According to the state's Additional Director General of Police (ADGP), the operation yielded a significant cache of weapons including 12 firearms and explosive devices. The recovery was made possible through disclosures and information furnished by the arrested individuals during interrogation.
The seizure represents a substantial blow to armed groups operating in Manipur, which has witnessed recurring cycles of communal tensions. Authorities have intensified intelligence-led operations to identify and neutralize sources of violence in the state.
The arrested individuals are expected to face charges related to illegal possession of firearms and explosives under relevant provisions of law. Investigations are underway to establish links to organized militant networks and determine the intended use of the recovered weapons.
Photo: Imphal, the capital of Manipur, at dusk, November 2019. DeepanjanGhosh via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0).