Imphal, July 7 -- Central security forces and state police intensified counter-insurgency operations in Churachandpur and Kangpokpi districts on Monday, resulting in the arrest of two juvenile Kuki militants and the recovery of a significant cache of arms, ammunition, and explosives.

At a Mobile Vehicle Check Post (MVCP) set up at P. Geljang in Churachandpur district, joint security forces apprehended two active juvenile cadres of the Kuki National Front-Military Council (KNF-MC).

Officials reported that 77 live rounds of 5.56 mm ammunition were recovered from their possession. Given their minor status, the arrested individuals' identities were kept confidential, and they were handed over to the Juvenile Justice Board for proper rehabil...