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A woman abducted in Kamjong was safely rescued on Saturday by Assam Rifles following coordinated efforts with intelligence and other agencies, according to an official statement.

 

The woman had been abducted by cadres of the Kuki National Army-Burma (KNA-B) and Village Volunteers Eastern Zone. Her release took place south of Z Choro village, near the site of the incident, under the supervision of security forces.

 

Following her release, the woman, along with her husband, the village headman and civil society organisation (CSO) members, was taken to a location near Humine Thana, close to Phaikoh, after the area was secured by security forces.

 

They were later brought to the Assam Rifles unit headquarters at Chassad for formal handover and documentation. After completion of procedures, the family, village headman and CSO members returned to their village, Khangpat Khn.

 

Officials said the entire operation involved close coordination at multiple levels, including arrangements for medical check-ups and psychological assistance. Local villagers and community representatives were also attended to during the process.

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“In the early hours of May 7, unrest was reported near Z Choro and opposite Namlee along the India-Myanmar border. The volatile situation was brought under control by the troopers with immediate response despite challenging conditions,” the Assam Rifles said.

 

During the operation, multiple rescue teams were deployed. “Ten houses affected by the violence were secured, and civilians were evacuated to the nearest safe location. Fifteen distressed villagers, including women and children, were rescued and provided humanitarian assistance at the Aloyo Assam Rifles camp. A woman was provided immediate first aid and medical evacuation support,” the statement said.

 

Security forces also conducted sanitisation operations to prevent further escalation and restore stability in the region.

 

In a separate operation, a KNA-B cadre identified as Lal Thag John, 38, was apprehended from Churachandpur along with a weapon, magazine and ammunition, and later handed over to local police authorities.

 

Security personnel continue to patrol sensitive areas of Kamjong to maintain peace and ensure the safety of residents amid ongoing tensions.