Imphal, May 6 -- Manipur Police on Monday successfully apprehended an active cadre belonging to the People's Liberation Army (PLA), the armed wing of the banned Revolutionary People's Front (PLA/RPF).

The arrest occurred in the vicinity of Sawombung bridge in Sawombung Kabui Khunjao, an area falling under the Lamlai police station in Imphal-East District.

The arrested individual has been identified by the police as Moiranthem Oken, also known as Somorjit, who is 55 years old and a resident of Khurai Kongpal Laishram Leikai, situated in Imphal East District.

According to police reports, Oken was actively involved in extortion activities targeting various shops located within the Imphal area.

During the arrest, law enforcement officials...