Assam: 3 members of new militant outfit in Karbi Anglong nabbed during encounter

The encounter occurred in the Manja area in Karbi Anglong district on Wednesday morning, after militants opened fire on Assam Police who had reached the location on a tip.

Published on: Aug 3, 2022, 18:13:02 IST

By HT News Desk

Prefer HTon Google

Share via

Copy link

Three members of the newly floated Karbi United Liberation Army (KULA) were arrested and one injured during an encounter with the police in Assam's Karbi Anglong district. The encounter occurred in the Manja area in Karbi Anglong district on Wednesday morning.

Assam Police apprehends three drug peddlers and recovers a huge quantity of narcotic drugs worth ₹15 crores in a joint operation with Central Reserve Police Force on Wednesday. (ANI)

Acting on inputs about the outfit's activities in the area, the Assam Police reached the spot following which the militants began firing at the officers. One of the militants suffered injuries in the encounter. Among those detained was the group's self-declared chairman. Some weapons and ammunition were also seized.

Pushpraj Singh, superintendent of police (SP) of Karbi Anglong district, told ANI police had launched the operation based on intelligence input.

Also Read | Drugs worth around ₹1,920 crore destroyed by Assam Police in Cachar

"The self-styled chairman of the militant outfit, identified as DP Kronjang alias Daniel Teron, was injured during the encounter and he was rushed to hospital. We have arrested two other leaders of the newly floated militant outfit and recovered arms, ammunition, dresses, letter pad, etc from the site," Singh said.

The arrested militants were identified as Sedeng Tungan alias Pronob Timung, KULA 'general secretary', and Arak Ejang alias Thengtom Hanse, the outfit's finance secretary.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
HT News Desk
Follow the latest breaking news, major developments and agenda-setting stories from India and around the world with the newsdesk at Hindustan Times. Operating round the clock, the desk brings together experienced editors, reporters and correspondents to deliver fast, accurate and contextual reporting across subjects that influence public policy, governance, business, society and international affairs. The HT News Desk covers politics, elections, government policies, the economy, business and markets, science and technology, the environment, law and order, infrastructure, education, climate issues and geopolitics, while closely tracking developments across states, institutions and global capitals. The team also leads coverage of major breaking news events, policy announcements, court proceedings, natural disasters, public emergencies and significant international developments. Reports published by the newsdesk are based on information gathered from reporters on the ground, official statements, government agencies, court records, regulatory filings, recognised institutions and other authoritative sources. Stories undergo editorial scrutiny and verification processes to ensure accuracy, fairness and relevance, and are updated as events evolve and additional information becomes available. Whether covering a key political decision in New Delhi, an economic policy shift affecting millions, a landmark court ruling or a major global event, the HT News Desk aims to provide readers with reliable, fact-based journalism that delivers not only the latest developments but also the context and analysis needed to understand their wider implications.Read More

Get the latest India News, breaking headlines and real-time updates from across the country. Stay informed about politics, government policies, crime, weather and major national developments.