Churachandpur, Oct 16: Assam Rifles, under the Spear Corps, apprehended a senior cadre of the United Kuki National Army (UKNA) during an intelligence-based operation in Manipur’s Churachandpur district, according to a security forces statement.
The operation was launched following intelligence inputs about the individual’s alleged involvement in extortion, illegal fund-raising and the smuggling of arms and contraband.
During the operation, security personnel recovered one weapon, ammunition, two improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and other stores from the apprehended cadre.
The apprehended individual was identified as ANE, according to media reports. The operation was conducted at D Vaison village, and the recovered items included a 7.65 mm pistol, five rounds of ammunition, a smartphone and a Baofeng handheld radio, besides the two IEDs. 
Following the operation, the individual and the seized materials were handed over to Churachandpur Police Station for further legal proceedings. Further investigation is expected to establish the full extent of the alleged activities and identify any other persons linked to the 
The operation underscores the continuing efforts of Assam Rifles and other security agencies to curb alleged extortion, illegal arms movement and other unlawful activities in Manipur. Security forces have reiterated their commitment to maintaining peace and security in the region.