150 pieces of weapons were surrendered after Amit Shah urged people to shun violence

Manipur Police on Friday said 150 pieces of weapons have been surrendered across the state, a day after Union home minister Amit Shah urged people to shun violence and surrender the looted weapons.

The surrendered weapons include SLR 29, Carbine, AK, INSAS Rifle, INSAS LMG, .303 Rifle, 9mm pistol, .32 pistol, M16 rifle, smoke gun and tear gas, local-made pistol, stan gun, modified rifle, JVP and a grenade launcher, the police said.

Shah had warned that action would be taken against those found possessing weapons during the combing operation. Several militant groups have signed agreements and are currently staying in camps under the watch of the Assam Rifles.


Officials said that as on Friday morning, 37,450 people are staying in 272 relief camps, including community halls.

APLA cadres LAY DOWN ARMS

In Assam, 39 active cadres of the Adivasi People's Liberation Army (APLA) laid down a total of 31 weapons including three AK series Rifles, 19 pistols, five other rifles, two grenades and assorted live ammunition and have chosen the path of peace and prosperity under Operation Samarpan. Assam Rifles complimented the youth for their decision.