IMPHAL, January 13: Acting on the strong directive from the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, a troop of 43 Assam Rifles under the aegis of 59 Mountain Brigade, Red Shield Division intercepted five active cadres of KRA at Lungtin village, Saikul yesterday. They were found violating the SoO ground rules by venturing away from their designated camp. The identity of the apprehended cadres are Pvt Thathang Singsit, Pvt Thangpoi Singsit, Pvt Mangminhou Misao, Pvt Ginpu Vaiphei and Pvt Lamcha Hao. The cadres were in possession of two AK-56 Rifles, one 7.62 MM SLR, one Carbine (US made), one G-3 Rifle, one Radio set (Kenwood), 200 rounds AK-56 (7.62 MM), 40 rounds SLR (7.62 MM), 50 rounds Carbine (9 MM), 10 rounds G-3 Rif (7.62 MM) among other equipment. The individuals, along with the weapons and ammunition, were handed over to Imphal West Police. 
