VOLUNTARY SURRENDER OF WEAPONS TO SECURITY FORCES IN JIRIBAM, MANIPUR

● In a significant step towards restoring peace and stability in the region, a joint operation led by Assam Rifles, CRPF and Manipur Police resulted in the voluntary surrender of weapons and ammunition in Jiribam on 02 March 2025.

Following the imposition of President’s Rule and the appeal made by the Hon’ble Governor of Manipur, security forces engaged extensively with community leaders and civil society organizations to facilitate the safe surrender of illegally held weapons. As a result, many weapons and ammunition were voluntarily surrendered including: five country made single barrel guns, one Magnum 12 Bore double-barrel gun, twenty seven 12 Bore cartridges, sixteen 7.62x51mm rounds, fifteen 7.62x39mm rounds, two 5.56mm rounds along with one magazine each of AK47 and SLR.

Assam Rifles has been instrumental in recovery of huge cache of arms and ammunition in Jirbam and it’s neighbouring areas. The surrender reflects the trust placed in the security forces and the Government’s efforts in conflict resolution, furthering the path towards reconciliation and lasting peace in the region.