In a series of successful joint operations, Indian Army in coordination with Manipur Police and other security forces, recovered 42 weapons, ammunition and warlike stores from both hill and valley regions in the districts of Imphal West, Chandel, Thoubal, Kangpokpi and Churcahandpur in Manipur, a release said on Sunday.
According to the release, on December 30, 2024, acting on specific intelligence inputs, Indian Army conducted a joint search operation in collaboration with Assam Rifles, CRPF and Manipur Police in the Konchak area of Imphal West district and recovered one Carbine Machine Gun (CMG), one modified .303 rifle, 2 9mm pistols, three single barrel rifles, grenades and war like stores.
The successful recovery of these warlike stores and joint patrolling highlights these am less cooperation between the Indian Army and other law enforcement agencies, demonstrating their commitment to ensuring the security and safety of the region, the release said.