Manipur CM says 46 KCP militants surrender, promises livelihood support

Camp Commanding Officer of the militant group hands over his rifle to Manipur CM. PIC/PTI

Manipur Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh on Tuesday said 46 militants belonging to the proscribed KCP (Taibanganba) surrendered before the police, and assured them of providing assistance so that they can earn a livelihood.

The members of the banned Kangleipak Communist Party (Taibanganba) laid down their arms at a "Homecoming Ceremony" organised by the state government at the 1st Manipur Rifles parade ground here, according to officials.

"I think as a result of a conflict that broke out three years ago, many took up arms. I warmly welcome KCP [Taibanganba] and the group members, who laid down their arms. They understood that arms cannot bring progressive development," the chief minister said on Tuesday.

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