Guwahati, April 29 -- Reported by Bit Irom

Imphal: Security forces dismantled 12 bunkers and recovered a cache of arms, ammunition and explosives during coordinated operations across Manipur over the past 36 hours, officials said on Wednesday.

Seven bunkers were destroyed in areas under Litan police station in Ukhrul district, while five others were dismantled under Saikul police station in Kangpokpi district, including at Tingpibung village, Lungter Hill and Leplen village.

In a separate operation, security personnel recovered weapons from Maovom village and adjoining areas under Churachandpur police station. The seizure included an AK-47 rifle, a carbine, four single-bore rifles, a pistol with a magazine, improvised mortars (pompi), ...