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Security forces arrested two active PLA cadres linked to ambush

One suspect is a senior PLA member with decades-long involvement

Arrests follow capture of prime accused in the same case

Security forces have made a major breakthrough in the investigation of the September 19 ambush on 33 Assam Rifles at Nambol Sabal Leikai in Bishnupur district, with the arrest of two active cadres of the proscribed People’s Liberation Army (PLA).

The arrested individuals have been identified as:

Thongram Sadananda Singh alias Ngachik alias Purakpa (18), a resident of Wangbal Heiruthong Leikai, Thoubal district. He has been formally arrested.

S/S Lt Corporal Chongtham Mahesh alias Momo alias Amo Singh (51), a senior member of the banned outfit from Keishampat Leimajam Leikai, Imphal W

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