Imphal: The Meitei Alliance has urged the Manipur government to conduct security operations at all 14 designated Suspension of Operations (SoO) camps housing cadres of the Kuki National Organisation (KNO) and United People’s Front (UPF).
The demand follows a joint raid at the Sinai SoO camp in Kangpokpi district on October 23, 2026. Manipur Police, the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and CoBRA commandos took part in the operation.
Raid uncovers weapons and missing cadres
According to details cited in the alliance’s statement, security personnel arrested 17 people suspected of posing as registered cadres. The operation also revealed that 158 of the camp’s 159 registered cadres were missing. Only one authorised cadre was reportedly present.
Security forces recovered 24 firearms, 38 magazines, ammunition and explosives during the raid. The CRPF subsequently took complete control of the camp.
The operation followed the killing of three Meitei civilians on October 19. The victims were reportedly gathering firewood when they were attacked.
Meitei Alliance backs police action
In a statement, the Meitei Alliance praised the state government and Director General of Police (DGP) for the operation. It described the raid as an important step towards restoring the rule of law.
The organisation said Manipur had endured nearly three and a half years of violence, displacement and loss of life. It alleged that armed groups operating under the SoO arrangement had enjoyed prolonged impunity.
The alliance argued that stronger law enforcement could help rebuild public trust. It also said sustained security operations would improve the sense of safety among internally displaced people living in relief camps.
Alliance calls for action at all 14 camps
The Meitei Alliance urged the state government and the DGP to extend security operations to the remaining SoO camps. It called for preventive action rather than waiting for further civilian casualties.
The organisation said authorities must disarm armed groups and prosecute those responsible for violence. It described these steps as essential to achieving lasting peace in Manipur.
The alliance also alleged that armed intimidation had restricted freedom of expression and obstructed reconciliation between communities. It expressed hope that sustained government action would help address these concerns and create conditions for peace.