IGAR North alongwith State Police apprehended one hardcore insurgent of NSCN-IM, SS Lt Col Anok Wangsu from Longding town, Longding district, Arunachal Pradesh on 30 Jan 2023.
Based on a specific intelligence input, the joint team of Assam Rifles and Longding Police discreetly approached the suspected house and apprehended the hardcore insurgent. Self Styled, Lt Col Anok Wangsu, who is the Area Commander of NSCN-IM Wancho region was found in possession of a large number of incriminating documents and extortion money.
The apprehension of the cadre is a major blow to the illegal activities of NSCN-IM in the region as he was involved in recruitment and various other anti-national activities.
The apprehended insurgent is being handed over to Longding Police Station for further investigation.