Imphal, Nov. 12 -- Security forces recovered a large cache of weapons and explosives, including Chinese-origin mortars and a 10-foot-long rocket, during separate counter-insurgency operations across Manipur on Wednesday. Two suspected militant cadres were also arrested, officials said.

The largest weapons recovery took place during an intelligence-based search operation in the forested area surrounding P. Geljang village under Kangvai Sub-Division in Churachandpur district.

A joint team comprising Churachandpur District Police, 2 Jammu and Kashmir Light Infantry (JAK LI) and 19 Garhwal Rifles conducted the operation and recovered a substantial cache of arms and ammunition.

According to official reports, the seized items included four C...