Between 26 May and 8 June 2025, the Indian Army and Assam Rifles, under Spear Corps, conducted a series of intelligence-based operations across Manipur’s hill and valley districts—including Kangpokpi, Thoubal, Kakching, Tengnoupal, Bishnupur, Jiribam, Imphal East, and Imphal West—in coordination with Manipur Police, CRPF, BSF, and ITBP. These operations led to the apprehension of 23 insurgent cadres and the recovery of 40 weapons, nine IEDs, grenades, ammunition, and other warlike stores. Notable recoveries included 35 kg of explosives in Imphal East, multiple rifles and mortars in Churachandpur, Kakching, Jiribam, Bishnupur, Kangpokpi, and Imphal East, as well as several IEDs and grenades. All apprehended individuals and seized items were handed over to Manipur Police, underscoring the security forces’ ongoing commitment to restoring peace and stability in the region.
