In an operation conducted in the early hours of March 4th, 2024, the Assam Rifles responded to specific intelligence regarding the movement of insurgents planning abduction and extortion activities in Sangsa village, located in the Mon district of Nagaland.
Encountering the insurgents, Assam Rifles troops came under fire, prompting an immediate response. In the ensuing exchange of gunfire, one member of the insurgent group affiliated with the NSCN (K-Rebel) faction was neutralized, while another was successfully apprehended. The operation yielded a significant cache of weaponry, including an automatic rifle, an automatic pistol, grenades, ammunition, and other assorted war materials.
The successful outcome of the operation underscores the Assam Rifles’ unwavering commitment to maintaining peace and security in the region, as well as their proactive stance against insurgent activities. The swift action taken by the security forces serves as a deterrent to those seeking to disrupt peace and stability in the area.
