Itanagar, Jun 13 (PTI) Arunachal Pradesh Police achieved a significant achievement in their efforts against insurgency, with the arrest of a National Socialist Council of Nagaland (K-YA) operative in Tirap district, as reported by an official.
Based on intelligence provided by the Assam Rifles, the Tirap unit of the state police conducted an operation earlier this week that culminated in capturing self-styled captain, Kamwang Chakhtey, a cadre of the NSCN (K-YA), revealed SP Sinjalta Singpho on Friday.
Chakhtey has reportedly been associated with the group since 1995.
During the operation, authorities recovered a revolver, a hand grenade, live ammunition, organizational stamps, and Rs 1.5 lakh in cash from his possession.
SP Singpho highlighted that this arrest represents a substantial setback to the group's local network and boosts public trust in the security forces' commitment to maintaining peace and security.
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