The Press Information Bureau (Defence Wing) Government of India on Tuesday issued a press note stating that “Operation Khanpi” in progress at Churachandpur, Manipur.
The press note stated that, ‘in the early hours of 04 Nov 2025, during an intelligence-based operation, terrorists resorted to unprovoked firing on the Indian Army column at Khanpi village, approximately 80 km west of Churachandpur in Manipur. In the ensuing firefight between Security Forces and armed cadres of UKNA, a non-SOO insurgent group, 4 (four) cadres of the terrorist group were neutralised. The operation is still in progress along with the search of adjoining areas.”
“This operation follows recent atrocities by UKNA cadres including the killing of a village chief, intimidation of locals, and attempts to disrupt peace and stability in the region. Successful neutralisation of these terrorists highlights the Indian Army and Assam Rifles’ commitment to protecting innocent civilians, mitigating all, threats and ensuring peace and security in Manipur” added the press note issued by PRO & Spokesperson, Ministry of Defence, Manipur, Nagaland, and Southern Arunachal Pradesh.
