2 Arrested, Arms and Ammunition Recovered in Kangpokpi

Kangpokpi, August 13, 2026: Joint security teams recovered arms, ammunition, communication equipment and other items during a search operation conducted at Joupi and Khoirok villages in Kangpokpi district on August 12.

The operation was carried out by teams of Manipur Police, the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), CoBRA and the Rapid Action Force (RAF).

According to the security forces, the recovery included one .22 rifle with a magazine, five single-barrel guns, four walkie-talkie sets, six walkie-talkie chargers, 158 rounds of 12-bore ammunition and six empty cartridge cases.

During the search operation, two residents of Joupi village were also apprehended. They were identified as Henminthang Haokip, 31, and Jamminlal Kipgen, 25.

Further investigation into the recovery and the apprehended individuals is underway.