Jiribam, July 1, 2025: A joint security operation led by multiple forces in Jiribam district successfully uncovered a significant cache of arms and ammunition today, acting on specific intelligence inputs regarding hidden weapons in the region.
The hour-long search operation was conducted between 12:30 PM and 1:30 PM in the area between Jairolpokpi and Uchathol villages. The coordinated effort involved personnel from the Quick Action Team (QAT) of the Jiribam Commando Unit, Jiribam District Police, 7th IRB, 87 Bn. CRPF, 48 Bn. CRPF, 20 Bn. CRPF, 156 Bn. CRPF, and 38 Assam Rifles.
The recovered items include:
• 2 modified .303 sniper rifles
• 6 SBBL guns
• 4 DBBL guns
• 1 Pompi gun
• 1 tear gas gun
• 1 rifle scope
• 180 rounds of .303 live ammunition
• 8 rounds of SLR live ammunition
• 27 rounds of 5.56 mm live ammunition
• 8 .303 blank cartridges
• 13 SLR blank cartridges
• 3 .303 magazines
• 1 SLR magazine
• 11 tube launchers
• 9 Baofeng walkie-talkies
• 8 tear gas shells
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The discovery is a significant step in disrupting the activities of anti-social and insurgent elements in the region. Authorities believe the cache was intended for use in future disturbances and have launched further investigations to trace its origin and intended recipients.
