Imphal/Guwahati/New Delhi: People from all communities have started surrendering looted and illegally held weapons in Manipur, days after Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla requested them to do so within seven days. Anyone with illegal and looted weapons who miss the deadline will face strict action. Some members of the Kuki-Zo tribes deposited firearms to the Assam Rifles and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) in Churachandpur district today, the police said in a statement. The firearms include M16, AK series, INSAS, self-loading rifle, and mortar rounds, among others. Some members of the Meitei community also came forward and deposited firearms to the police in Imphal valley, the police said. In Kakching district, the police received a few weapons including .303 rifles, bulletproof vests, and ammunition. In Kangpokpi district’s Saparmeina, people deposited firearms and ammunition including AK series and INSAS assault rifles to the officer in charge of the local police station. In response to the appeal made by Hon’ble Governor, Manipur on 20.02.2025, urging individuals to surrender illegal arms and ammunition, several weapons and related items …