Imphal, 13 February (HS): Security forces apprehended a member of the proscribed outfit PREPAK during an operation carried out on February 12 in Manipur’s Bishnupur district.

The arrested individual has been identified as Haobijam Manaoton Singh alias Lakpa, alias Ton (24), a resident of Moirang Khunou Makha Leikai, Bishnupur district, presently staying at Moirang Khunou Hijam Khongnangkhong Leikai under Keibul Police Station. He was taken into custody from his residence.

In a separate crackdown, the Manipur Police arrested another active PREPAK cadre, Angom Romio Meitei alias Tayai, alias Ningthem (38), a resident of Thangmeiband Sinam Leikai in Imphal West district. He was apprehended from Moirang Bazar Thanga Parking area under Moirang Police Station in Bishnupur district.

Police said the accused was allegedly involved in a firing incident reported at Lairenjam Awang Leikai in Imphal West district in August 2024. He had also been engaged in recruiting new members for the banned outfit. A mobile phone and two SIM cards were recovered from his possession.

Further investigation is underway.------------

Hindusthan Samachar / Sriprakash