New Delhi. The north-eastern states of the country share borders with many countries. These include the names of countries like China, Bhutan, Myanmar and Bangladesh. The borders with China, Myanmar and Bangladesh are very sensitive. Smuggling, infiltration and other types of criminal incidents are carried out. Since most of the area is hilly and mountainous, it is not easy to keep a watchful eye. Despite this, the soldiers of paramilitary forces like ITBP, BSF, Assam Rifles perform their responsibilities diligently without caring for their lives. It was because of his alertness and vigilance that great success was achieved. 34 members of the United National Liberation Front-P faction have surrendered along with their weapons on the Manipur-Myanmar border.
According to information, 34 armed militants of United National Liberation Front-P (UNLF-P), who were trying to enter Manipur from Myanmar, surrendered before Assam Rifles with their automatic weapons. Officials have given this information. Officials said they were trying to enter Manipur after fierce firing by rival PDF in Myanmar. He told that Assam Rifles soldiers alert in the area saw him and challenged him.
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Militants handed over to state police
Officials said a group of 34 armed militants decided to surrender to the force with their automatic weapons. He said that the militants have been handed over to the state police. Officials said the surrendered group is believed to be members of UNLF (P), a militant group operating from the valley. The organization had signed a ceasefire agreement with the Central Government and Manipur Government on November 29, 2023.
cross border smuggling
The border between India and Myanmar is surrounded by inaccessible mountains, rivers and forests. In such a situation, keeping an eye on infiltrators and smugglers is not at all an easy task. Considering the situation and environment, anarchic and illegal elements are trying to take advantage of it. Indian security forces have many times shattered the plans of smugglers and infiltrators. In the past, cases of drug and arms smuggling through Myanmar border have come to light.
Tags: Assam Rifles, Manipur News, Myanmar
FIRST PUBLISHED: May 18, 2024, 12:26 IST