Manipur Chief Minister Welcomes Arrest of Myanmar Rebel, Kuki Organizations Claim He Is 'Registered Refugee'

Guwahati: A cadre of the Myanmar-based rebel group Kuki National Army-Burma (KNA-B) was recently arrested by the Assam Rifles in the state, Manipur Chief Minister N Baran Singh told television channels on Monday. Involvement of foreign elements was suggested. ongoing controversy.

The Kuki Students Organisation, however, rejected Singh's claim, saying that the arrested man, Thangliankap, was a registered refugee from conflict-torn Myanmar, who had taken refuge in Manipur.

“Thangliankap did not enter Manipur illegally. Instead, it sought to identify Myanmar origin migrants/refugees entering/residing in Manipur due to unstable political situation. By filling out a proforma, following the proper process by registering with the relevant authorities in Myanmar, just like other people who have sought asylum in the state due to the current political unrest in Myanmar,” KSO's Information End. A statement issued by the publicity wing on Monday evening said.

The KSO said Thangalian Kep is a resident of Koling, Khampat area in Myanmar.

Earlier in the day, the Manipur chief minister told television reporters in Imphal, “I would have talked about the involvement of foreign elements in the conflict and the supply of arms to the rebels in Manipur from the beginning. I have been. But I support the Assam Rifles to arrest the Myanmar rebels.” Singh said he would insist on an NIA probe into the matter.

Assam Rifles, however, has not yet made any official confirmation about the arrest.

“The Chief Minister should not rush to any conclusion based on preliminary investigation and information,” KSO said.