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Crime
NIA arrests in Manipur: Ex‑CM Biren Singh questions larger network's role
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 01 Oct 2026, 05:02 AM
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has taken several individuals into custody in Manipur, prompting former chief minister Biren Singh to ask whether a broader network is behind attempts to destabilise the state.
The National Investigation Agency announced a series of arrests in Manipur as part of an ongoing probe into activities aimed at destabilising the state.
Former chief minister Biren Singh, addressing reporters, questioned whether a larger network was orchestrating these attempts, suggesting the recent detentions could be only the tip of the iceberg.
Authorities have not disclosed the identities or exact number of those detained, nor the specific charges, but said the operation targets elements seeking to create unrest.
The comments add political pressure in a region already grappling with insurgency-related challenges, while local leaders have called for swift and transparent justice.
The NIA declined to provide further details at the time of reporting.
Former chief minister Biren Singh, addressing reporters, questioned whether a larger network was orchestrating these attempts, suggesting the recent detentions could be only the tip of the iceberg.
Authorities have not disclosed the identities or exact number of those detained, nor the specific charges, but said the operation targets elements seeking to create unrest.
The comments add political pressure in a region already grappling with insurgency-related challenges, while local leaders have called for swift and transparent justice.
The NIA declined to provide further details at the time of reporting.