Imphal West : In a significant operation, the Assam Rifles, in collaboration with the Manipur Police, uncovered a substantial cache of arms and ammunition in the Charoibung area of Imphal West district on June 19.

The recovered items include one carbine machine gun, two single-barrel guns, twelve grenades, six tube launchers, ammunition, and various other warlike stores. This seizure highlights ongoing efforts to curb illegal arms proliferation in the region.

The authorities continue to investigate the origin and intended use of these weapons, aiming to dismantle any networks involved in their distribution.

In an earlier operation, Manipur Police and security forces apprehended four active members of the proscribed militant outfit Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) (Noyon) in two separate operations.

On the same day, Manipur Police arrested Kharibam Surchandra Singh, also known as Telheiba (53), from Imphal East District. Singh, an active member of KCP (Noyon), was involved in extorting money from various government offices and schools.

The police seized a sum of Rs. 1,15,000, a two-wheeler scooter, two mobile phones, a sling bag, and a wallet from his possession. This arrest is expected to disrupt the extortion network operating within governmental institutions.biogas plants operational under GOBARdhan scheme

The Chief Minister’s Office, Government of Assam, tweeted on X, the state’s commitment to ensuring a Swachh Assam. The tweet mentioned several key initiatives undertaken by the government, including achieving 100 per cent Open Defecation Free (ODF) status, prioritizing solid and plastic waste management, and installing biogas plants among other measures.

On March 5, 2019, Assam reached a significant milestone by becoming 100 per cent Open Defecation Free (ODF) under the Swachh Bharat Mission-Grameen (SBM-G) Phase II.

This achievement was a result of dedicated efforts and collaborations between various stakeholders, leading to the declaration of 25,214 villages as ODF Plus, ensuring comprehensive sanitation coverage across the state.

The state has also made remarkable progress in waste management initiatives. Solid waste management has been successfully implemented in 8,154 villages, while liquid waste management covers 23,547 villages as of April 10, 2024. Furthermore, 103 Plastic Waste Management Units are operational, with plans for full block coverage by 2024, reflecting Assam’s commitment to environmental sustainability and cleanliness.

In line with sustainable energy solutions, Assam has initiated community-based biogas plants under the GOBARdhan scheme in 13 districts. These plants contribute to waste-to-energy conversion and are part of a broader effort to achieve complete district coverage by 2024, promoting eco-friendly practices and reducing organic waste.

The state’s focus on cleanliness, sanitation, waste management, and renewable energy solutions underscores its commitment to building a healthier and sustainable future for its residents. Assam’s achievements in these areas serve as a testament to the success of Swachh Bharat Mission-Grameen and the collective efforts of the government, communities, and various stakeholders towards a cleaner and greener Assam.