Following the incident of disappearance of two persons from Taphou Kuki village on 28th October 2026, multiple search operations were launched by joint teams of Manipur Police, CRPF and Assam Rifles.

In continuation of these operations, an extensive joint search operation was conducted on 1st November 2026, by joint teams comprising Manipur Police, CoBRA, CRPF, Assam Rifles and RAF in the general area east of NH-2, along the SP Road.

During the course of the thorough search operation, the joint teams recovered two dead bodies from the area.

The necessary legal formalities and other procedures are being carried out by the Police.

Meanwhile, extensive search and combing operations will continue in the area with the objective of identifying and apprehending those responsible for the incident.