IMPHAL: In a significant operation aimed at maintaining peace and stability in the sensitive border state of Manipur, the Indian Army, in collaboration with local police, recovered a cache of sophisticated weapons and explosives.
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This operation, carried out on Thursday, was detailed in a statement issued by the Ministry of Defence on Friday.
The joint team targeted a hideout in Uyngmakhong village, located under the Moirang police station in Bishnupur district.
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Despite the successful recovery of the weapons, no arrests were made as the suspects managed to escape before the law enforcement personnel could reach them.
An intensive search led to the recovery of two AK-47 rifles, a sniper rifle, a 9mm pistol, three grenades, and other warlike stores.
The recovered items have been handed over to the Moirang police station for further investigation and disposal.