2 UNLF men give in
Source: Hueiyen News Service
Imphal, June 09 2013:
Two cadres of the proscribed UNLF have reportedly laid down arms and surrendered to the forces of Red Shield Division.
According to a PIB Defence Wing statement, on June 7, UNLF cadre identified as S/S Pte Moirangthem John alias Akongjamba of Ngangkhalawai under Bishnupur district surrendered to the Security Forces of Red Shield Division along with one point 22mm pistol and five bullets.
The surrendered cadre joined UNLF in 2007. Notably, he is the younger brother of SS Capt Moirangthem Raja alias Chingkheinganba alias Meiba of UPPK, who surrendered to the Security Forces of Red Shield Division earlier on 18 May 2013 .
The PIB Defence Wing statement further said that on June 8, another UNLF cadre (Army No 1376, Rank Cpl) identified as Ningthoujam Abung alias Sunder alias Lainingba of Leimaram Terakhongsangbi Maning, PO- Moirang, PS-Moirang, District- Bishnupur surrendered to Assam Rifles of Red Shield Division at 1600hr with one point 22mm pistol with magazines and three rounds.
The individual revealed that he joined UNLF in March 2001 .
The desire to lead peaceful life with their respective families and become responsible citizen motivated them to surrender, the statement added.