Security forces arrested five cadres of valley based insurgents groups (VBIGs) from a stretch between BP 73 and 75 under Moreh Police Station in Tengnoupal district. They have been identified as Thangjam Ashok Kumar Singh alias Khongthang of Waikhong Village (PREPAK): Laishram Nipamacha Singh alias Loiya of Sagolmang Awang Leikai (PREPAK): Thangjam Manimatum Meitei alias Sana of Sugnu Awang Leikai (KYKL); Laishram Inao Singh alias Sanamacha of Urup Makha Leikai (KCP-MFL) and Chingangbam Shakti Singh alias Phairen of Lamlai Nongada (KCP-MFL). Meanwhile, movement of 121 vehicles carrying essential items along NH-37 was ensured in the last 24 hours. Strict security measures are taken up in all vulnerable locations and security convoy is provided in sensitive stretches in order to ensure free and safe movement of the vehicles. A total of 116 Nakas/Check points were installed in different districts, both in the hills and the valley, however none was detained.
Crackdown in Tengnoupal: Five Underground Operatives Held
