Two militants held in connection with recent firing incidents in Manipur
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Why in news
Manipur Police arrested two members of the banned KCP (Noyon) outfit for their alleged involvement in firing incidents in Imphal West district.
Background
The Manipur Police recovered seven rifles, four improvised mortars, and two hand grenades during investigations into firing incidents in Imphal West. The arrests are part of ongoing security operations following ethnic strife between Meiteis and Kuki-Zo groups.
Facts for Prelims
- PlaceImphal West district is located in the state of Manipur
- FactKCP (Noyon) is a banned outfit in Manipur
- FactSecurity forces have been conducting search operations in Manipur since May 2023
For Mains
Q. Discuss the challenges in maintaining internal security and communal harmony in Manipur amidst escalating ethnic strife and insurgentactivities.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Intelligence gap: Difficulty in tracking non-state actors and banned outfits in dense terrain
- Ethnic polarization: Deep-seated communal distrust hindering grassroots peace-building and rehabilitation
- Operational hurdles: Balancing security operations with the protection of civilian rights in conflict zones
Keywords: Internal Security · Insurgency · Ethnic Strife · Counter-terrorism · Law and Order
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