Security personnel operating in Manipur's Bishnupur district carried out an early-morning operation that resulted in the seizure of a significant stockpile of explosives and weaponry, including an improvised drone bomb and multiple explosive units. The coordinated search was initiated following precise intelligence regarding concealed armaments in the Khordak Patton locality, effectively defusing potential threats to stability in the area.
Early Morning Cordon and Search in Khordak Patton
Acting on actionable intelligence detailing a hidden arms cache, a joint contingent comprising the Bishnupur District Police and accompanying security forces launched a cordon and search operation at roughly 5:30 am on Wednesday. The operation focused on the terrain around Khordak Patton near the local Forest Beat Office. Detailed accounts of the recovered arsenal were shared on X following the successful operation. Security units systematically scoured the designated perimeter, leading to the prompt discovery of the hidden munitions.
Inventory of Seized Arms and Explosives
The items retrieved during the sweep featured a country-made MP5 sub-machine gun fitted with its matching magazine, alongside four hand grenades and six improvised explosive devices. The recovery also yielded one country-made drone bomb designed to deliver ordnance from the air. Furthermore, the search party secured five additional magazines intended for various firearms, accompanied by live cartridges, all of which were formally documented and taken into secure custody for further forensic inspection.
Enforcement Action Against Illicit Liquor in Tamenglong
Parallel enforcement operations aimed at suppressing unlawful commercial activities led to another significant recovery in western Manipur. On September 29, Tamenglong District Police intercepted and confiscated 260 litres of illicit DIC liquor along the Tamenglong-Khongshang Road under the jurisdiction of the Tamenglong Police Station. Local authorities confirmed that routine operations targeting black-market liquor and suspected narcotics trade are actively maintained to dismantle illicit distribution rings and preserve order across the district.
Arrest of Insurgent Logistics Associate in Thoubal
In another targeted development on September 28, a joint team from CDO-Thoubal and security forces apprehended an active operative linked to the RPF/PLA insurgent group during a search in the Nungbrang region. The individual was identified as 45-year-old Thangjam Jayenta Meitei, also known by the alias Thoi, hailing from Nungbrang Awang Leikai in Imphal East district. Authorities established that he provided essential logistical backing to the outfit. Following his arrest, he was transferred to the custody of the Nongpok Sekmai Police Station for formal legal proceedings.
