Acting on specific intelligence inputs regarding the presence of an over ground worker (OGW) in contact with an armed Naga extremist (ANE) in the general area of Rima–Putok Circle, Changlang District, and further corroborated by own sources, Assam Rifles launched a well-coordinated intelligence-based operation on 28 April 2026.
During the course of the operation, security forces successfully apprehended Kamnong Pangtha who is an ANE affiliated with NSCN (Khango) along with a Changlang-based OGW Gopang Negimu.
It was revealed that both individuals were actively involved in extortion activities and played a significant role in the recruitment of local youth into insurgent ranks. Their activities were primarily concentrated in the general areas of Changlang and Jairampur.
Further investigation brought to light that the OGW was attempting to facilitate the defection of cadres from the NSCN (Khango) faction to the NSCN (Angmai) faction in the Rima–Putok Circle. This effort was aimed at augmenting the cadre strength and operational influence of the NSCN (Angmai) faction in the region, indicating ongoing factional dynamics within insurgent groups.
The apprehended ANE and OGW, along with their belongings, were subsequently handed over to the local police authorities for further investigation and necessary legal action.
The operation highlights the continued vigilance and proactive approach of Assam Rifles in maintaining security and stability in the region, while effectively countering insurgent activities and their support networks.
