Dibrugarh, Feb 3: A hardcore insurgent of the NSCN (Niki Sumi) faction surrendered before security forces in the Khonsa area of Arunachal Pradesh on Monday.
The surrendered cadre has been identified as Wangjong Wangsu (37), a self-styled Lieutenant of NSCN (Niki Sumi) and a resident of Longding district.

According to an official statement, security forces acted on specific intelligence inputs regarding the presence of the insurgent in and around the Khonsa Bazaar area. A focused operation was launched on February 2, during which local sources were activated to establish contact and persuade him to surrender.

“Continuous pressure and sustained negotiations encouraged the individual to abandon the path of violence and return to the mainstream,” the official said.

The efforts proved successful, and Wangsu agreed to surrender. He was subsequently taken into custody by a joint team of 44 Assam Rifles and 26 FIT. During the operation, security forces recovered a .32 mm pistol with four rounds of ammunition, an appointment letter, and a walkie-talkie from his possession.

Officials said the surrender highlights the effectiveness of intelligence-led operations combined with a humane and persuasive approach by security forces.

The Assam Rifles, in coordination with other security agencies, reiterated its commitment to maintaining peace and stability in the region and continues to encourage misguided youth to shun violence and rejoin the mainstream.

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