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UAV, MINE PROTECTED VEHICLES, QRTs MOBILISED TO UNDERTAKE LARGE SCALE CIVILIAN RESCUE OPERATIONS IN THE AFTERMATH OF FRESH VIOLENCE IN KAKCHING DISTRICT, MANIPUR
Sugnu and Serou villages of Kakching District witnessed destruction to men and materials in violent clashes on 28 May 23. Villagers of both communities were stranded in pockets under the protection of security forces. In a major evacuation drive organised by Army & Assam Rifles in coordination with Police, State Administration, and Civil Society Organisations, nearly 2000 Meitei villagers were evacuated from Serou to Pangaltabi Relief Camp in Defence & private vehicles under the protection of Assam Rifles. While aerial surveillance cover was given by UAVs, Mine Protected Vehicles and Area Domination Patrols were put in place on the ground to ensure safe & incident-free evacuation. Medical aid to those in need was given by service doctors.
Similarly, nearly 328 Kuki villagers were safely evacuated to Sajik Tampak from Sugnu.
Indian Army & Assam Rifles remain committed to undertaking people-friendly operations & ensure the safety of all citizens & would request all citizens of Manipur to shun violence for a peaceful Manipur.
