Army neutralises 4 UKNA terrorists in Churachandpur district of Manipur

In the early hours of Tuesday, during an intelligence based operation, terrorists resorted to unprovoked firing on the Army column at Khanpi village, approximately 80 km West of Churachandpur, Manipur.

In the ensuing firefight between Security Forces and armed cadres of United Kuki National Army (UKNA), a non-SOO insurgent group, four cadres of the terrorist group were neutralised, according to the Army spokesperson.

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The operation is still in progress and search of the adjoining areas is underway. This operation follows recent atrocities by UKNA cadres including killing of a village chief, intimidation of locals and attempts to disrupt peace and stability in the region.

“Successful neutralisation of these terrorists highlights the Indian Army and Assam Rifles’ commitment to protecting innocent civilians, mitigating all threats and ensuring peace and security in Manipur,” the army spokesperson said further.