Imphal, Oct. 11 -- Security forces in Manipur have seized 3.5 kg of suspected brown sugar and arrested three alleged insurgent cadres during a series of coordinated operations across multiple districts on Saturday.

The operations targeted suspected drug trafficking and extortion networks, with separate arrests reported in Bishnupur, Thoubal, Kakching and Imphal West districts.

In Bishnupur district, a joint team comprising the Bishnupur Commando unit and personnel from Moirang Police Station intercepted a suspected drug consignment during a frisking and checking operation at Okshobung along Tiddim Road.

The team arrested Md. Abir Khan, 46, a resident of Oinam Sawombung Makha Leikai who was reportedly residing in Tuibong.

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