According to police officials, the video was uploaded by a user linked to an insurgent outfit. In the clip, the individual threatened to cause an explosion at the festival site, prompting immediate action from law-enforcement agencies. Following technical surveillance and coordinated field operations, police tracked down and arrested three suspects believed to be involved in issuing and circulating the threat.

Authorities said the arrests were made to ensure that the Sangai Festival continues without disruption. The event showcases Manipur’s rich culture, heritage, and tourism potential, drawing thousands of visitors from across India and abroad. Given the volatile security situation in the state, the threat was taken seriously, and security around festival venues has been intensified.

Officials said interrogation of the suspects is underway, and further investigations may reveal whether a larger network was involved. Additional security personnel have been deployed at key festival points, including Imphal, Moirang, and other venues hosting cultural and tourism activities.

The Manipur government has assured the public that all necessary precautions are being taken to maintain peace during the festival. Despite the threats, visitors continued to attend events, with organisers emphasizing that the festival will proceed as scheduled.

The arrests highlight the challenges authorities face in maintaining security amid persistent militancy in the region, especially during large public gatherings.

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The most significant discovery occurred on November 20, when officers located a hidden cache in the Urangpat hill ranges under Yaingangpokpi Police Station. The recovered items included a pistol with an empty magazine, a tear-gas gun, a country-made bolt-action rifle, a .22 rifle, three tear-smoke shells, 11 live rounds of assorted calibres, and 25 empty cartridge cases of 7.62 mm and 9 mm.

A day earlier, on November 19, three individuals linked to insurgent groups were apprehended during separate operations in Imphal East and Bishnupur districts. Among them was Bidyasagar Ngangom (19), a PREPAK operative from Kwakeithel Konjeng Leikai, arrested under Porompat Police Station.

Salam Sadananda Singh (Bablu, 28), a KYKL cadre, was detained from Phaknung Makha Leikai under Lamlai Police Station. Authorities said he had been involved in extorting local residents. Wangkhem Romesh Singh (Rome/Khagemba, 43), another KYKL member, was arrested in Moirang Ngangkha Leikai, Bishnupur district.

Officials confirmed that investigations into all three cases are ongoing, and further searches may follow as part of continuing security measures. These operations highlight the commitment of Manipur police to dismantle insurgent networks and secure volatile areas across the state.

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