Imphal, Aug. 21 -- Security forces arrested seven cadres belonging to different proscribed groups during separate operations in Manipur on Wednesday, officials said.

Police said the arrested individuals were involved in extortion from schools, brick kiln owners, stone crushers, shops, and the general public in the valley areas. They were also accused of abduction for ransom and using intimidation in cases related to crimes against women and loan recovery.

In Thoubal district, three members of the RPF/PLA were arrested from Thoubal Kshetri Leikai. They were identified as Angom Premjit Singh (33) of Phayeng Ching Khunou, Ningthoujam Urirei Devi (28) of Moreh, and Lourembam Madona Devi (26) of Uripok, all from Imphal West district.

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