The Manipur Police arrested four militants of the United National Liberation Front (Pambei) from Imphal West district, according to an official statement. The four were arrested from the Chingmeirong area of the district on Friday and were involved in a firing incident, assault of civilians, and outraging the modesty of a woman, the statement issued by the police control room said.
The police also arrested one active member of proscribed outfit Kangleipak Communist Party (Taibangnganba) from Tejpur IVR in Kakching District on Saturday. The arrested person was involved in extortion activities, it said.
The ethnic clashes in Manipur have presented a formidable challenge, requiring a multifaceted and strategic approach to restore peace and stability.
Manipur's conflict is deeply rooted in ethnic tensions, distinct from typical counter-insurgency scenarios. The deployment of police forces predominantly composed of specific ethnicities in areas with corresponding ethnic majorities has complicated the situation, fostering mistrust among communities and hindering coordinated efforts.
Moreover, the reluctance of police commandos to coordinate with the Army or Assam Rifles has created operational inefficiencies. The primary requirement on the ground is to maintain low anxiety levels among the populace and counter the instigating social media propaganda that fuels the unrest.
(With PTI inputs)
