Indian Army and Assam Rifles rescued a kidnapped civilian and neutralized three NSCN (KYA) militants in a joint operation at Pangchao, Longding district, Arunachal Pradesh.
Two construction workers were abducted on 25 April 2025. Acting on intelligence, security forces launched a swift operation on 27 April, leading to a firefight in which three insurgents were killed.
Four automatic weapons, ammunition, and other war-like stores were recovered. One kidnapped worker was rescued; search operations continue for the second missing individual.
The rescue of kidnapped civilian in Arunachal Pradesh marks another major success against insurgent threats in the northeast.
The rescue operation in Longding marks another significant success in the Indian Army and Assam Rifles’ ongoing efforts to dismantle insurgent networks operating in the northeast. It also highlights the critical role of intelligence-led operations in ensuring civilian safety amid rising threats posed by groups like the NSCN (KYA).
#IndianArmy & #AssamRifles launched an operation on 27 Apr 2025 to rescue 2 construction workers, kidnapped on 25 Apr 2025 from Pangchao, Longding, #ArunachalPradesh.
3 cadres neutralised & 4 weapons with ammunition recovered.
1 worker rescued.
Ops in progress@MyGovArunachal pic.twitter.com/qeQKBmnKdY— PRO Defence, Manipur, Nagaland & South Arunachal (@prodefkohima) April 27, 2025
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The security forces’ quick and decisive action has dealt a blow to the NSCN (KYA)’s activities in Arunachal Pradesh, reinforcing India’s commitment to maintaining peace and stability in the region.
The successful rescue of a kidnapped civilian and the neutralization of NSCN (KYA) militants underline the persistent threats posed by insurgent groups and the need for continued vigilance in India’s northeastern frontier.
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