Crackdown on Fake Permits: Manipur's ILP Fraud Exposed

Two individuals, including a government staff, were arrested in Manipur for possessing and issuing fake Inner Line Permit cards. This crackdown is part of an ongoing investigation to combat illegal immigration. The Inner Line Permit is essential for Indian citizens to enter protected areas in Manipur.

In a significant crackdown on illegal immigration, Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh announced the arrest of two individuals in connection with fake Inner Line Permit (ILP) cards.

A key suspect, a staff member from the Deputy Commissioner's Office in Tamenglong district, was apprehended for allegedly issuing counterfeit ILPs. This action comes after a previous arrest of an individual named Sambabu Rabidas for possessing a fake labour ILP.

Further investigations have led to the arrest of Jitendra Kumar from Bihar with a fake ILP and Gaiphulung Pamei from the DC office ILP section. The Inner Line Permit is crucial for regulating entry into Manipur, and this operation underscores efforts to uphold legal entry requirements.

(With inputs from agencies.)