NSCN (K-YA) cadre killed at Wakka in Longding district of Arunachal Pradesh

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TEZPUR: Security Forces in an intelligence-based operation eliminated a hardcore cadre of NSCN (K-YA) at Wakka in Longding district of Arunachal Pradesh on Saturday.

Based on specific input, the security forces launched the joint operation with Police at Wakka. A release stated, "On being challenged, firing was initiated by insurgents to which own troops retaliated. In the ensuing fire fight, security forces eliminated one insurgent, without damage to own troops or any civilians.

"The security forces also recovered one Lathode Gun with three live rounds, one .32 pistol with magazine and one round and one Chinese hand grenade. The recovered items were handed over to Longding Police Station," stated the release.

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