The Manipur Police achieved a significant breakthrough as they successfully rescued a 22-year-old youth, Laishram Chinglen Singh, and arrested eight individuals allegedly involved in his abduction. The rescue operation led to the recovery of a substantial cache of weapons, including a Ghatak rifle, an AK-47 rifle, a .32 pistol, ammunition, and 13 mobile handsets from the apprehended suspects.
The abduction of Laishram Chinglen Singh occurred at the DM College of Science New Boy’s Hostel on Friday afternoon, prompting immediate action from law enforcement agencies. Superintendent of Police Ksh Shivakanta Singh of Imphal West revealed that the kidnappers had demanded a ransom of ₹15 lakh for Singh’s safe release.
Following a complaint from the youth’s parents, the Imphal West District Police initiated extensive searches across various locations. A decisive raid conducted at Yumnam Huidrom Makha Leikai in Imphal West district resulted in the successful rescue of Laishram from the residence of Asem Chaoba (63) around 2 am.
Moreover, the operation yielded the recovery of a Ghatak rifle, an AK-47 rifle, a .32 pistol, ammunition, and 13 mobile handsets from those apprehended in connection with the case.
Meanwhile, Manipur has grappled with persistent ethnic tensions between the Meiteis and the Kukis, leading to a series of clashes resulting in casualties and displacement. The recent spate of clashes has claimed over 190 lives and rendered approximately 50,000 people homeless.
Recent incidents, including a gunfight in Leithao village in Tengnoupal district, claimed the lives of 13 individuals. However, authorities have yet to confirm the identities or ethnic affiliations of those killed in the encounter.
The state government’s efforts to restore normalcy included the resumption of mobile internet services across Manipur, excluding specific buffer zones that connect valley districts with hill districts.
The Meiteis, the predominant community in the valley, coexist with the Kuki tribals residing in the hill districts, reflecting the intricate social fabric of Manipur.
Sources By Agencies
