Manipur: Security forces seize 90 weapons, 728 ammunition in statewide crackdown

Manipur Police, in joint coordination with CRPF, BSF, Army, and Assam Rifles, carried out multiple intelligence-based operations across the valley districts of the state in the early hours of Saturday, July 26

The targeted search and seizure operations were launched simultaneously in Imphal East, Imphal West, Thoubal, Kakching, and Bishnupur districts, based on specific inputs regarding the presence of concealed arms, ammunition, and war-like materials in peripheral and suspected locations.

The coordinated effort led to the recovery of a massive cache of arms, explosives, and communication equipment, reflecting the ongoing efforts of the security forces to dismantle illegal armed networks and restore public order.

Key Recoveries Include:
Total Weapons Recovered: 90, including:

AK-series rifles – 3

M16 – 1

INSAS LMG – 1

INSAS Rifles – 5

SLR – 4

.303 Rifles – 7

Pistols – 20

Carbines – 4

Other Rifles – 8

SBBL/Bore Action Guns – 20

Anti-Riot Guns – 3

Lathode Gun – 1

DBBL – 3

Bolt Action Guns – 6

Two-inch Mortars – 3

Locally Made Pipe Gun – 1

Total Ammunition Recovered: 728 Rounds, comprising:

7.62 mm – 399 rounds

5.56 mm – 228 rounds

.303 – 35 rounds

9 mm – 23 rounds

.32 mm – 6 rounds

Grenades – 21

HE Mortar Shell – 1

Tube Launching Devices – 9

Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) – 6

Additional Seizures:

Assorted Magazines – 21

Wireless Handsets – 24

Officials have hailed the operation as a significant success in curbing illegal arms proliferation in the conflict-sensitive valley areas. These actions are part of a sustained intelligence-driven strategy to prevent unrest, neutralize threats to public safety, and ensure long-term peace in Manipur.

The Manipur Police have reaffirmed their unwavering commitment to safeguarding citizens and maintaining law and order. Authorities have urged the public to extend cooperation and promptly report any suspicious activity or information related to illegal arms stockpiling to the nearest police station or the Central Control Room.