Huge cache of lethal weapons recovered in Kokrajhar ahead of second phase polls

Kokrajhar: Security personnel recovered a huge cache of lethal weapons and ammunition ahead of the second phase polls in Assam from Ripu Reserve Forest in Kokrajhar district.

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A team led by Superintendent of Police (SP), Kokrajhar Rakesh Raushan, recovered three AK-56 rifles, 157 rounds of AK ammunition, eight blankets, 150 kg ration provision, medicines, bags and other assorted items concealed under the ground.

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The Assam Police under the leadership of Inspector General Police (BTAD) LR Bishnoi have intensified search operation in the region to ensure a violence-free election.