Guwahati, June 29 -- Manipur has experienced a notable de-escalation of violence since the Centre imposed President's Rule in February, with officials reporting a sharp drop in civilian casualties and a significant increase in drug seizures.

According to officials, Manipur Police, Assam Rifles, and other paramilitary forces have intensified their drug seizure operations, leading to 84 arrests under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act. During this period of Central rule, security forces have seized a significant amount of drugs, including 24.4 kg of heroin, 25.7 kg of brown sugar, 31.8 kg of opium, and over 379 kg of 'Ganja'.

Officials noted that security forces are also working to recover weapons looted from police armori...