Major Security Success in Manipur: KYKL Cadre Held, 27 Country-Made Bombs Recovered and Neutralised

Security forces in Manipur arrested Tekcham Mani Meitei alias Jacob, a 51-year-old active member of the banned group Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL), at his home in Wangkhei Ningthem Pukhri Mapal, Imphal East district. Seized items included a keyboard, a mobile phone, and an Aadhaar card. Intelligence-led operations are ongoing to apprehend others involved in extortion and criminal activities. Additionally, security forces successfully neutralized 27 country-made bombs near Monglham village in the Thoubal Dam area. The Manipur police cautioned residents against believing and sharing rumors, particularly false videos, and urged verification via a designated Central Control Room number. They emphasized that sharing misinformation could lead to legal repercussions and encouraged the public to return any looted weapons or explosives to the authorities.