Manipur DGP urges insurgent groups to shun violence and join mainstream

Manipur Director General of Police Mukesh Singh on Tuesday, August 18, urged insurgent groups to give up armed activities and return to the mainstream, assuring that the state police would support the lawful process of surrender, verification and rehabilitation.

He was speaking at a “Home Coming Ceremony” for cadres of the KCP-Taibanganba Group at the 1st Manipur Rifles Parade Ground in Imphal.

A total of 46 cadres of the KCP-Taibanganba Group returned to the mainstream and surrendered their weapons and other war-like stores during the ceremony. They handed over 20 arms, 216 rounds of ammunition and three explosives.

In his address, Singh said the cadres had chosen to return to their families, communities and responsibilities as citizens by giving up armed activities, and appreciated their decision.

“Manipur Police will continue to discharge its constitutional responsibility with determination. At the same time, for individuals who genuinely renounce violence and seek reintegration, we will support the lawful process of surrender, verification and rehabilitation,” he said.

The DGP urged those who surrendered to remain sincere in their commitment and said the credibility of the homecoming would ultimately be judged by their conduct after the ceremony.

He appealed to the former cadres to respect the law and stay away from violence, intimidation, extortion and other illegal activities. He also urged them to encourage others to follow the path of peace.

Singh called on families and communities to support the surrendered cadres and help them adapt to a new life.

He said the decision to surrender was ultimately a personal one, but its benefits extended to the wider community.

The DGP also appreciated the civil administration, police, security forces and other stakeholders for their efforts in creating an environment conducive to the return of former insurgents.

He said the homecoming would strengthen public confidence that peace, lawful reintegration and a return to normal life were possible in Manipur.