Manipur: Security forces arrest member of proscribed outfit KCP(Noyon) in Thoubal District

Thoudam Nanao Singh, alias Chingsanglakpa or Putra, an S/S Sergeant Major of the proscribed KCP (Noyon) organisation, was arrested by Manipur police on May 1. 

A .32 Pistol, a magazine, and six live rounds were retrieved from his possession.

Taking to its X handle, Manipur police wrote, "On 01.05.2024, Security Forces arrested one S/S Sergeant Major of proscribed outfit KCP (Noyon) organization namely Thoudam Nanao Singh @ Chingsanglakpa @ Putra (43 yrs) from Waithou area, Thoubal District. From his possession 1 (one) no. of .32 Pistol along with magazine and 6 (six) live rounds were recovered."

On the other hand, police also apprehended 02 (two) cadres of the proscribed outfit PREPAK (Pro) identified as Naoroibam Joyshangker @ Loyumba @ Khougang (39 yrs) and Thingom Suresh @ Boy (38 yrs) from Lairikyengbam Leikai and Khurai Chaithabi Leirak, Imphal East District on May 30. 

Also Read: Manipur: 11 armed miscreants dressed in police attire detained, heavy weapons recovered

Search operations and area domination were conducted by security forces in the fringe and vulnerable areas of hill and valley districts.

Movement of 135 and 257 vehicles along NH-37 and NH-2 respectively with essential items have been ensured. Strict security measures are taken up in all vulnerable locations and a security convoy is provided in sensitive stretches to ensure free and safe movement of the vehicles.

A total of 128 Nakas/Checkpoints were installed in different Districts of Manipur, both in the hill and the valley and Police detained 106 persons in connection with violations in different districts of the State.