Jiribam, Jan. 23 -- Assam Rifles, in a joint operation with Manipur Police, established a Mobile Vehicle Check Post along the Jiribam-Tipaimukh Road and recovered a large quantity of explosives in Manipur's Pherzawl district, officials said.

This operation by the Assam Rifles is a crackdown on miscreants hampering peace and stability in the region ahead of Republic Day celebrations.

Upon being challenged by Assam Rifles soldiers at the check post, the miscreants abandoned their vehicle and tried to flee.

Following a pursuit by Assam Rifles personnel, two individuals were apprehended along with a recovery of 30 gelatin sticks, 20 detonators, a safety fuze, flexible wire, one Bolero vehicle and around Rs.1L cash. The explosive recovered ...