Forty-six cadres of the Kangleipak Communist Party (People’s War Group) surrendered and laid down arms, marking a step towards peace and stability in Manipur. The outfit is a banned Maoist separatist group seeking Manipur’s secession from India.
Founded in 1980, the KCP has splintered into several factions over ideological differences. The name Kangleipak refers to the ancient name of Manipur, with Kangla serving as its historic capital for centuries.
APSC Relevance: Internal Security; North East India.
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