CRPF DG discusses with Manipur Governor on roadmap to eliminate insurgency
CRPF Director General Gyanendra Pratap Singh called on Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla and discussed the central force's comprehensive roadmap to eliminate insurgency and restore
CRPF Director General Gyanendra Pratap Singh called on Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla and discussed the central force's comprehensive roadmap to eliminate insurgency and restore peace in the northeastern State. The Friday (June 6, 2026) meeting came hours after three people, including a woman, were killed in an attack by armed assailants in Kangpokpi district. The Central Reserve Police Force, in a post on X, said, "Discussions focused on enhancing operational preparedness, strategic planning, and the @crpfindia's comprehensive roadmap to eliminate insurgency and restore lasting peace in Manipur." The CRPF director general has been on a three-day visit to the State from Thursday (June 4).
On Day 2 of his Manipur field tour, DG @crpfindia Shri @gpsinghips visited E/34 Bn & C/68 Bn at Litan, Ukhrul. He interacted with troops, assessed camp security & infrastructure, and discussed operational challenges on the ground, before joining the jawans for high tea.… pic.twitter.com/FuytvtKEJS — 🇮🇳CRPF🇮🇳 (@crpfindia) June 5, 2026 Manipur witnessed the killing of at least 260 people and the displacement of thousands in violence between the Meitei and Kuki communities since May 2023.
The Lok Bhavan Imphal, in a separate statement, said the CRPF officers apprised the governor of the prevailing security situation and the measures being implemented across the state. It said emphasis was laid on strengthening security arrangements to safeguard the lives and properties of citizens, maintain peace and stability, and address emerging challenges effectively. Meanwhile, search operations have been intensified to arrest those involved in the killing of three people in Kangpokpi, police said.
At least seven houses were also gutted in a fire during the attack around 4 am on Friday at Loibol Khullen village in Saitu-Gamphazol subdivision of the district, they said.
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