Imphal, Sept. 21 -- Security forces and police carried out a series of operations across Manipur on September 20, foiling an alleged abduction attempt, arresting several suspected insurgent cadres and recovering arms, ammunition and narcotics, officials said.

Police in Moirang rescued a West Bengal resident who was allegedly abducted shortly after arriving at Imphal Airport.

The victim, identified as Md Wasim Akram, was reportedly being taken away in an Assam-registered Bolero when he managed to escape near Naranseina. Police said Akram pulled the vehicle's handbrake, fled from the vehicle and sought assistance from security personnel in the area.

The driver, identified as 24-year-old Makakmayum Imtiyazur Rahaman of Wangoi Mamang Leika...