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Crime
KYKL Militant’s 2nd Lieutenant Arrested in Thoubal, Manipur
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 13 Sep 2026, 02:48 AM
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Manipur police have detained a second‑lieutenant of the Kangleipak Youth Liberation Army (KYKL) in Thoubal district, officials said.
Manipur police announced the arrest of a second‑lieutenant belonging to the Kangleipak Youth Liberation Army (KYKL) in the Thoubal district on Tuesday. The suspect was taken into custody following a coordinated operation by local law‑enforcement agencies, according to a statement released by the district police headquarters.
Authorities said the arrest was part of an ongoing effort to curb insurgent activities in the state’s eastern region. The detained individual is alleged to have been involved in recruitment and logistical support for the militant outfit, which has been active in Manipur for several years.
The police have not disclosed the name of the arrested officer or the exact location of the operation, citing security considerations. Further investigations are underway, and the suspect will be presented before a magistrate in accordance with Indian criminal procedure.
The move has been welcomed by local officials who view it as a step toward restoring peace and stability in a region that has witnessed periodic unrest linked to armed groups.
No injuries or collateral damage were reported in connection with the raid, and the police have urged the public to cooperate with ongoing anti‑insurgency measures.
Authorities said the arrest was part of an ongoing effort to curb insurgent activities in the state’s eastern region. The detained individual is alleged to have been involved in recruitment and logistical support for the militant outfit, which has been active in Manipur for several years.
The police have not disclosed the name of the arrested officer or the exact location of the operation, citing security considerations. Further investigations are underway, and the suspect will be presented before a magistrate in accordance with Indian criminal procedure.
The move has been welcomed by local officials who view it as a step toward restoring peace and stability in a region that has witnessed periodic unrest linked to armed groups.
No injuries or collateral damage were reported in connection with the raid, and the police have urged the public to cooperate with ongoing anti‑insurgency measures.