Security forces seize huge cache of illegal arms, ammunition along India-Myanmar border in Manipur

 

Based on intelligence input about the movement of insurgents near the general area of Phaikoh, the security forces planned an operation at the bordering area

In a well-planned operation in Manipur’s Kamjong district along the Indo-Myanmar border, security forces seized a huge cache of illegal arms, ammunition and other war-like stores on Saturday, officials said.

Based on intelligence input about the movement of insurgents near the general area of Phaikoh, the security forces planned an operation at the bordering area.

During the operation, the teams swiftly deployed themselves at suitable locations and seized arms and other war-like stores.

The haul included two Lathode launchers with three rounds of ammunition, one Chinese Carbine, two rifles, four 9-mm pistols, five rocket-propelled grenades (RPG) and two radio sets.

The seized items were handed over to Chassad police authorities.

Source: https://www.indiatoday.in/india/story/security-forces-seize-huge-cache-of-illegal-arms-ammunition-along-india-myanmar-border-in-manipur-1794909-2021-04-26