Major General Inderjit Singh Bhinder, Inspector General, Assam Rifles (East), and Brigadier Anshuman Tripathi, Deputy Inspector General, Assam Rifles, called on Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh in Imphal on August 23, 2026, to discuss the prevailing security situation in the state.
The meeting focused on strengthening coordination and operational synergy between the Manipur state administration and Assam Rifles. The interaction provided an opportunity to review the security environment and discuss measures aimed at maintaining peace and stability across the state.
The Assam Rifles leadership and the Chief Minister discussed continued cooperation between the security forces and civil administration, with emphasis on coordinated efforts to address emerging security challenges and maintain a secure environment for the people.

The interaction also highlighted the importance of sustained engagement between security agencies and the state administration in supporting peace-building efforts and ensuring effective responses to developments affecting the security environment.
Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to working closely towards maintaining peace, security and stability in Manipur. The emphasis remained on strengthening coordination and collaborative mechanisms between the security forces and civil authorities.
The meeting underscored the role of close civil-security coordination in creating a safe and conducive environment for the people of Manipur and supporting continued efforts towards stability in the state.

The engagement between the Manipur government and Assam Rifles leadership reaffirmed their shared commitment to maintaining peace and security while ensuring that security efforts remain aligned with the broader interests and well-being of the people.
