In a significant counter-insurgency operation, at least ten militants were neutralized by the Assam Rifles in Manipur’s Chandel district on Wednesday, as confirmed by the Indian Army. The operation, which is still underway, also led to the recovery of a substantial cache of arms and ammunition.
Acting on specific intelligence inputs regarding the movement of armed cadres near New Samtal village in Khengjoy tehsil, close to the Indo-Myanmar border, the Assam Rifles unit under the Spear Corps launched the operation on May 14.
The Eastern Command of the Indian Army posted, “During the operation, the troops were fired upon by suspected cadres to which they quickly reacted, redeployed, and retaliated in a calibrated and measured manner. In the ensuing firefight, 10 cadres were neutralized and a sizeable quantity of arms and ammunition have been recovered, and the Operation is still in progress..”
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Acting on specific intelligence on movement of armed cadres nearby New Samtal village, Khengjoy Tehsil, #Chandel District near the #Indo_MyanmarBorder, #AssamRifles unit under #SpearCorps launched an operation on 14 May 2025.
During the operation,… pic.twitter.com/KLgyuRSg11---Advertisement---— EasternCommand_IA (@easterncomd) May 14, 2025
The ongoing operations underscore the commitment of security forces to restore peace and stability in the region, which has been marred by insurgent activities. The successful neutralization of militants and the seizure of weaponry are seen as significant strides in curbing insurgency in the northeastern state.
Authorities have urged residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities as efforts continue to dismantle insurgent networks operating in the area.
