The Indian Army launched a joint operation with Assam Rifles and security forces in Manipur. In this operation, the Army has seized arms and ammunition from Churachandpur district of Manipur. Based on information received from intelligence agencies, two rockets of 8 and 7 feet were also recovered during the search operation of the Indian Army, Manipur Police and CRPF in Thanjing Ridge area. Many more country made weapons have been recovered from here.
Army conducted joint operation
Due to excellent coordination between security agencies and the Indian Army, all these weapons and rockets could be found here. This operation was jointly carried out by the Indian Army, Assam Rifles and Manipur Police. All the seized weapons have been handed over to Manipur Police. This campaign led to the use of two large mortars in battle, which were called Pompeii. In addition one medium mortar and ammunition were also kept in storage.
Role of this campaign in maintaining peace
Such joint operations are conducted from time to time by the Army, Assam Rifles and Manipur Police to prevent any kind of accident. Large 7 and 8 foot rockets, mortars and ammunition were collected by the agitating groups. Based on information collected by local law enforcement agencies, the army and police reached the spot.
Conspiracy to spread unrest failed
After the army and police reached the spot, the conspirators' attempt to create unrest failed. With such operations, the Indian Army remains committed to its continued efforts to maintain peace and stability in the region. Such joint operations are still being conducted by the army in the area. The entire suspicious area is being searched with the help of Army, Manipur Police and Assam Rifles personnel and their trained dogs.