Tinsukia, May 24 -- The Assam Police on Saturday apprehended Rupam Asom, a dreaded commander of the banned militant outfit United Liberation Front of Asom (Independent) [ULFA (I)], during an intensive security operation along the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border.

Authorities confirmed that Rupam Asom was in possession of deadly weapons at the time of his arrest. Known for his involvement in multiple armed insurgent operations, Rupam was considered one of the most wanted militants in the region.

According to reliable sources, he was the mastermind behind several attacks, including the May 4, 2018, deadly ambush, which led to the death of Bordumsa Police Station Officer-in-Charge, Bhaskar Kalita.

He was also involved in the abduction of Qu...