10 Militants Arrested Near India-Myanmar Border in Manipur, Including 5 Minors

• Security forces apprehended 10 cadres of the banned Prepak (RA) near the India-Myanmar border in Manipur’s Tengnoupal district.
• Five minors are among the arrested militants, being treated under the Juvenile Justice Act.
• Arrests were made between border pillars 77 and 82 under Moreh Police Station limits.
• Manipur has seen ongoing search operations since ethnic violence erupted two years ago, killing over 260 people.
• A mob recently attempted to storm the residence of Kuki Zo Council chairman H Thanglet in Churachandpur over alleged militant presence.

Key Questions Answered

Why were five minors among the 10 militants arrested in Manipur?

The provided sources do not explain why five minors were among the 10 militants arrested in Manipur.

What led to the mob trying to barge into Kuki Zo Council chairman's house?

The mob tried to barge into the Kuki Zo Council chairman's house due to protests against five Kuki MLAs joining the new Manipur government.

How are security forces addressing ethnic violence near the India-Myanmar border?

Security forces are conducting search operations in Manipur and have arrested 10 militants near the India-Myanmar border.