The Committee on Tribal Unity enforced the 24-hour shutdown across Kangpokpi district in Manipur from midnight on Monday in protest against the alleged abduction and killing of Khunkho village farmer Hemjang Haokip, while security agencies pursued separate cases linked to insurgent recruitment, a bomb attack, suspected drug trafficking and the movement of recruits to Myanmar.
Key takeaways:
- A 24-hour CoTU shutdown disrupted normal life across Kangpokpi after the killing of 71-year-old farmer Hemjang Haokip.
- Security forces arrested nine alleged PRE-PAK (Pro) cadres in separate operations in Imphal West and Kakching.
- Police also intensified anti-narcotics operations, seizing suspected heroin and codeine-based cough syrup in two districts.
Kangpokpi witnessed a complete shutdown on Monday after the killing of a 71-year-old farmer triggered a protest by the Committee on Tribal Unity (CoTU), while security forces carried out separate operations against alleged PRE-PAK (Pro) cadres in Imphal West and Kakching.
Shutdown Follows Farmer’s Killing
Normal life across Kangpokpi district was severely affected by the shutdown.
CoTU called the 24-hour protest after the death of Hemjang Haokip, a 71-year-old farmer from Khunkho village.
According to the rephrased reports, unidentified persons allegedly abducted Haokip from his farm hut on October 3. The incident triggered anger in the area and led to the shutdown from midnight.
#Manipur | A 24-hour total shutdown called by the Committee on Tribal Unity (CoTU) over the brutal killing of 71-year-old Hemjang Haokip, who was abducted from his farm hut on October 3, began at midnight on Monday, bringing normal life across Kangpokpi district to a near standstill.
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— NORTHEAST TODAY (@NortheastToday) October 5, 2026
Manipur Deputy Chief Minister Nemcha Kipgen condemned the killing.
She described the incident as a “brutal act of violence” and expressed condolences to the bereaved family.
The shutdown kept the situation tense across the district as local activity remained disrupted.
Security Forces Target PRE-PAK Network
Security agencies also carried out separate operations against the PRE-PAK (Pro) outfit.
In Imphal West district, security teams arrested seven alleged cadres, including two women. The suspects allegedly took part in recruiting new members and in a bomb blast at the residence of a sitting MLA from the Konthoujam Assembly Constituency in August 2026.
Arrest of PRE-PAK (Pro) Cadres Involved in Recruitment and Bomb Blast Case
On 04-10-2026, based on reliable information, teams of CDO-Imphal West conducted search operation at different places and arrested the following cadres of PRE-PAK (Pro) who are involved in recruitment of new members and the bomb blast incident at the residence of Hon’ble MLA, Konthoujam AC in August 2026:
1. Usham Rakesh Singh @ Jenaresh @ Thouba (19) yrs S/o Usham Prakash Singh of Langol Ningthou Leikai, Imphal West District.
2. Yumnam Athoibi Chanu (19) yrs D/o Y. Indrajit Meitei of Langol Ningthou Leikai – she is involved in the bomb blast at the residence of Hon’ble MLA of Konthoujam AC on 28-08-2026.
3. RK. Dayapati Devi @ Pinky @ Kichenbi (19) yrs D/o RK. Sanjoy Singh of Tangkham Maning Leikai, Imphal East District – she is also involved in the bomb blast incident at the residence of Hon’ble MLA of Konthoujam AC.
4. Ahongshangbam Jet Meitei @ Jack (23) yrs S/o (L) A. Piba Meitei of Heinoupok Maning Leirak, Imphal West District.
5. Naorem Lanthoiba Singh @ Sana @ Thoichanba (19) yrs S/o N. Tiken Singh of Nambol Maibam Chingmang, Bishnupur District, A/P Taobungkhok Awang Leikai.
6. Ayekpam Stephen Meitei @ Alex @ Yekchetpa (19) yrs S/o A. Loken Singh of Takyel Khongbal Maning Leikai, Imphal West District.
7. One CCL was also apprehended.
Recovery: One Honda Activa 6G scooter, yellow in colour, bearing Regn. No. MN01AJ 4957.
Besides, a juvenile was also rescued from being recruited by the outfit.
The arrested persons and the seized article have been handed over to Lamphel PS for further necessary legal action.
— Manipur Police (@manipur_police) October 5, 2026
The operation also resulted in the rescue of a juvenile who was allegedly being recruited.
Security personnel seized a Honda Activa scooter during the operation.
The arrests formed part of wider intelligence-based action against alleged insurgent recruitment activities.
Two More PRE-PAK Cadres Held in Kakching
Security forces conducted another operation in Kakching district and arrested two alleged PRE-PAK (Pro) cadres.
The suspects allegedly recruited people and helped arrange their transportation to Myanmar.
An Eco Van, a Thar vehicle and a fake Aadhaar card were recovered during the operation.
One of the arrested suspects allegedly helped recruits obtain fake identity documents.
The operations indicate a continued focus on recruitment networks and logistical support linked to the outfit.
Police Step Up Anti-Narcotics Operations
Police also continued action against suspected drug trafficking in different parts of Manipur.
In X Posts, Manipur Police revealed, an operation at Sora Bazar in Kakching led to the arrest of one person.
Police seized 10 soap cases containing suspected Heroin No. 4, ₹41,000 in cash and a Honda Activa scooter.
Preliminary investigation suggested that the suspected drug consignment came from Moreh.
In a separate operation in Imphal East, police seized 318 bottles of codeine-based cough syrup. Three people were arrested in connection with that operation.
An X Post of Manipur Police read, in that (Imphal East ops), one John Longjam @ Mani (41) yrs was arrested for possession of 158 bottles of cough syrup made by CHOCO + containing Codeine Phosphate 10mg. On his disclosure, one Longjam Wanglen (41) yrs was also apprehended from his residence. Further, acting on the disclosure statement of Longjam Wanglen, one Ningthoujam Henching (29) yrs was also apprehended.
The seizures added another dimension to the security operations underway across the state.
Shutdown, Ops against PRE-PAK & Narco Networks
The CoTU shutdown kept Kangpokpi tense on Monday following the farmer’s killing.
At the same time, security agencies continued operations in Imphal West and Kakching against alleged PRE-PAK recruitment activities.
Police also maintained pressure on suspected narcotics networks through separate seizures and arrests.
The developments placed the farmer’s killing, the shutdown and ongoing security operations among the key developments shaping the situation in Manipur as of October 5, 2026. (The above report has been generated by the Enewstime Desk, gathering and compiling information from X Posts of verified media accounts)
