Imphal, Feb. 19 -- A series of synergized intelligence-based joint operations by Assam Rifles and Manipur Police in the districts of Kangpokpi, Imphal West and Bushnupur have resulted in apprehension of five cadres and recovery of weapons.

Acting on specific intelligence of presence of arms and ammunition in general area Tingkhai Khullen village, approximately 12 km South of Kotlen village in Kangpokpi district of Manipur, Assam Rifles and Manipur Police launched a search operation and recovered one automatic rifle, one .32 mm Pistol, one .22mm Pistol, four single barrel Rifles, one Mortar, ammunition and war like stores.

Manipur Police said that on February 18, Police arrested one sympathizer of KCP (PWG) organization, namely, Romeo La...