Imphal, April 4, 2025: Manipur Police have arrested two active cadres of the outlawed militant group UPPK for extortion activities in Imphal. The arrests were made on the eastern side of Sanjenthong Bridge under Porompat Police Station, Imphal East District. The arrestees have been identified as Laishram Birjit Singh (39) of Keishampat Thokchom Leikai, Imphal West, and Chungkham Milan Singh (31) of Naoremthong Khullem Leikai, Lamphel PS, Imphal West.
Police stated that they were involved in extorting money from various private schools in Imphal. During the operation, security forces seized the following items from their possession: two two-wheelers, two mobile phones, five ID cards, and one vehicle registration certificate. Further investigations are underway to trace their network and other associates involved in extortion activities. Authorities have urged educational institutions and the public to report any incidents of extortion to law enforcement agencies.
