GUWAHATI, Jan 15: At least two alleged drone attacks have been reported from the Kangchup Hills in Imphal West bordering Kangpokpi district of Manipur prompting authorities to tighten the security bandobast across the State.
At least two bombs were allegedly dropped using drones in the area last evening.
Miscreants targeted Security Posts of the 5th Manipur Rifles stationed at Kangchup.
The bombs exploded at separate times, causing some damage to the security post. Fortunately, no casualties or injuries have been reported.
Manipur Police, along with a Forensic Science team, rushed to the site and collected crucial evidence, sources said.
Teams from the Imphal West District Police and the Forensic Science Department inspected the area and recovered several parts of the bombs which were dropped in the area.
Security forces in the region have been placed on high alert following the incident. Special attention is being given to the surrounding areas of Kangchup, particularly those near the border with Kangpokpi, which remains a sensitive and high-risk area.
(With inputs from Northeast Live)
