Manipur police have arrested three militants from proscribed organisations for allegedly extorting money from locals and small businesses, marking a significant crackdown on illegal activities in the region.
Key Points
- Manipur police arrested three militants on charges of extortion.
- Two militants belonged to the Peoples' Liberation Army.
- One militant was a member of the Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup.
- The militants allegedly threatened locals and small businesses for money.
Three militants were arrested on charges of extortion in Manipur, police said on Tuesday.
PLA Cadres Arrested
Two cadres of the proscribed Peoples' Liberation Army were arrested from Imphal East district on Monday, they said.
The suspects were identified as Maibam Arun Singh (49) and Thangjam Surankumar Singh (30), they added.
KYKL Member Apprehended
A member of the Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup was arrested from an office complex in Imphal West district.
He was identified as Bramacharimayum Sana Sharma alias Ibungo alias Manisana (38), police said.
Extortion Activities
These militants used to threaten locals and small businesses, demanding money, they said.
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