Imphal, Feb. 22 -- Tribal communities, including the Kuki and Zomi, voluntarily surrendered 16 weapons and ammunition in Churachandpur district, Manipur, following an appeal by Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla to return illegal weapons used in anti-social activities.

On February 22, 2025, leaders from the Zomi and Kuki communities, in collaboration with the Assam Rifles, Police, CRPF, State Intelligence Agencies, and local administration, gathered in Tuibong Village to hand over the weapons. This initiative is part of the ongoing peace process supported by the central government.

The surrendered weapons included one M-16 rifle, one 7.62 mm SLR, two AK rifles, three INSAS rifles, two grenade launchers, and various other firearms and am...