60 Myanmarese detected in Moreh
Source: Chronicle News Service
Imphal, July 16 2024:
A search operation conducted by combined forces in Govajang village near Border Pillar 80 in Moreh identified total of 60 Myanmarese refugees.
The operation, led by Moreh Additional SP (Ops) Md Riyajuddin along with personnel of Assam Rifles and BSF, began on Monday night.
Out of 280 people verified, 60 were confirmed as infiltrators from Myanmar.
According to sources, the Assam Rifles contended they had already recorded biometrics of the 60 refugees though the said exercise was carried out without the involvement or presence of state's representatives.
Tengnoupal district police will also take the biometrics records soon, said the sources, adding that the refugees shall have to report to Moreh police station.