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Manipur: firearm and ammo seized; one arrested; AK-47 recovered; Kamjong attacks near border
Police arrested a Manipur resident in Zou Veng, Churachandpur district, after a firearm and ammunition were recovered; he is described as an active KNA(B) cadre. Separately, Assam Rifles cited border patrols after May 7 militants’ attacks in Kamjong district, with an AK-47 and ammunition recovered in search operations; evacuations were carried out for villagers. Former Chief Minister N. Biren Singh condemned the arrest as a serious matter and warned against unlawful activity.
Why It Matters
The incidents illustrate ongoing armed activity near Manipur’s international borders and the state's response to curb illicit weapons and protect civilians.
Timeline
5 Events
Biren Singh comments on arrest and threat
May 9, 2026
Former Chief Minister N. Biren Singh called the arrest a serious matter that cannot be ignored and said Manipur would not tolerate unlawful activities; he linked the incident to a growing threat from foreign-linked militant elements operating along borders.
AK-47 and ammunition recovered during search ops
May 9, 2026
The Assam Rifles stated that one armed man was apprehended with an AK-47 rifle and ammunition during search operations.
Patrols near India-Myanmar border maintain peace
May 9, 2026
Assam Rifles said continued patrolling near the international border with Myanmar helped ensure peace and security after the May 7 attacks in Kamjong district.
Arrest in Zou Veng area; KNA(B) cadre
May 8, 2026
A resident of Churachandpur district, described as an active cadre of Kuki National Army (Burma), was apprehended from Zou Veng area. Police recovered one 9 mm pistol, one magazine and seven live rounds.
Kamjong district attack on three Naga villages
May 7, 2026
Armed militants attacked three Naga villages in Manipur's Kamjong district, Namlee, Wanglee and Choro, burning several houses near the international border. Fifteen villagers, including women and children, were evacuated and provided humanitarian assistance.