3 cadres of newly-formed outfit surrender in Karbi Anglong

Syllad | The Rising MeghalayaAugust 19, 2024

Three cadres of the newly-formed militant group Karbi People’s Liberation Army (KPLA) surrendered before the police in Assam’sKarbi Anglong district on Monday.

In a post on X Assam, DGP GP Singh said: “An organisation by the name KPLA  was formed in July 2024. It was learnt that they had been trying to commit extortion in Langlokso, Nihanglangso and Borpung of Karbi Anglong.. Due to sustained police effort, 3 cadres of the said organization surrendered to the Karbi Anglong police team with 3 nos of 0.32 pistols and 2 rds of live ammunition.”

The group, which came into existence in July, was reportedly involved in extortion activities across Langlokso, Nihanglangso, and Borpung in Karbi Anglong district.

The surrender comes as a result of sustained efforts by the police, which had been tracking the group’s movements and operations.

During the surrender, the three cadres also handed over three 0.32 pistols and two rounds of live ammunition.