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Jun 27, 2025
Three militants, including a woman, arrested in Manipur
Security forces in Manipur arrested three militants from banned groups as part of a crackdown on extortion and threats.
Among them was a woman linked to the People's Liberation Army (PLA), picked up in Imphal West for allegedly threatening officials and courier workers.
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Arrests amid ongoing ethnic clashes in Manipur
On the same day, a Kangleipak Communist Party (PWG) member was caught with a pistol in Imphal West, accused of extorting locals.
Another Prepak (Pro) militant was found at his home in Imphal East, while an additional suspect was nabbed for threatening civilians.
These arrests come as Manipur faces ongoing ethnic clashes that have displaced thousands since two years ago, with security forces stepping up patrols across the state.