Man Arrested Near Guwahati Over Drone-Sabotage Links

A man allegedly involved in sabotage activities for a Manipur-based banned organisation was arrested near Guwahati. Acting on a tip-off, the Special Task Force intercepted a vehicle at Sonapur tollgate, discovering drone batteries and cash. The man, identified as Khaigoulen Kipgen, was arrested and an investigation is underway.

A man allegedly linked to sabotage activities for a banned Manipur-based organisation was arrested near Guwahati, police reported on Friday.

Following a tip-off, the Special Task Force (STF) intercepted a vehicle at the Sonapur tollgate on NH 27. Intelligent flight batteries suspected to be used in drones, Rs 3.40 lakh in cash, several pairs of shoes, and a mobile handset were seized during the search.

The arrested individual, identified as Khaigoulen Kipgen from Manipur, was travelling with two minors at the time of his arrest. This confiscation highlights ongoing clandestine attempts by certain banned groups to procure drones for illicit activities. An investigation is currently underway, authorities confirmed.