Imphal, Feb. 17 -- Indian Army and Assam Rifles under Spear Corps intensified counter-insurgency operations (CIOs) after imposing Manipur under the President's Rule with the apprehension of 16 cadres of different underground groups and recovery of nine weapons during the period from February 13 to 15.

Manipur has been under the President's Rule since the state assembly's animated suspension on February 13, 2025.

A defence wing statement said that the joint team launched the CIOs based on a series of intelligence-based operations in Churachandpur, Thoubal, Tengnoupal, and Imphal East districts.

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