In Manipur, security forces arrested a cadre of the proscribed Kanglei Yaol Kanna Lup (KYKL) and recovered 27 country-made bombs on January 1, 2026. The arrest occurred in Imphal East district, and subsequent searches in Thoubal district led to the recovery and neutralization of the explosives. The arrested individual, identified as Tekcham Mani Meitei, was handed over to the police for further legal proceedings. The KYKL is known for advocating the restoration of Manipur's sovereignty.