Imphal, July 19 -- The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has officially taken over the investigation into the looting of arms and ammunition from the 5th India Reserve Battalion (IRB) camp at Chingarel Tezpur in Manipur's Imphal East.

The incident, which occurred on the night of February 13, 2024, involved a mob-mainly comprising youths-storming the IRB camp under Lamlai police station and forcibly seizing weapons.The situation escalated into a confrontation between the mob and security personnel, with an exchange of fire reported at the site.

Following directives from the Union Ministry of Home Affairs, the NIA has re-registered the case, which was initially filed at Lamlai police station under various sections of the Indian Penal Co...