In a coordinated operation, Manipur Police and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) destroyed 12 acres of illegal poppy cultivation near Makhan village in Kangpokpi district on Tuesday. The drive was conducted under the leadership of the district administration and law enforcement agencies.

Chief Minister N. Biren Singh lauded the efforts of the Kangpokpi Police, CRPF, and the district administration. Sharing the update on social media platform X, the Chief Minister stated, “Despite recent resistance by Kuki militants, the team successfully destroyed 12 acres of illegal poppy cultivation today. Let it be clear to those attempting to exploit the situation to expand poppy cultivation: the state and central governments are closely monitoring their activities, and we remain unwavering in our commitment to eradicate every last poppy plant.”

An FIR has been registered at Sapermeina Police Station to identify the individuals involved in the illegal cultivation, with strict action promised against them.