The National Investigation Agency (NIA) arrested two Kuki student leaders from Manipur in Mizoram’s capital Aizawl on September 25, according to an official. The agency picked up the two leaders from a hotel in the Khatla area on Thursday. Their arrests came hours after the NIA, with assistance from the Assam Rifles, apprehended United Kuki National Army (UKNA) chief Thangkhomang Haokip and his driver near Aizawl. The two student leaders, Haokip and his driver remain in NIA custody, according to officials.
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Key Facts
- Agency: National Investigation Agency (NIA)
- Location: Aizawl, Mizoram
- Hotel area: Khatla
- Reported date: September 25, 2026
- People arrested: Two Kuki student leaders from Manipur
- Other detainees: UKNA chief Thangkhomang Haokip and his driver
- Assistance: Assam Rifles assisted the NIA in apprehending Haokip and his driver
- Current status: All four remain in NIA custody, according to an official
- SIB involvement: Officials said the Subsidiary Intelligence Bureau did not participate in the operation
Two Student Leaders Arrested in Aizawl
The NIA picked up the two Kuki student leaders from a hotel in Aizawl’s Khatla area on Thursday. Officials did not immediately provide details about the cases or charges involving the two leaders.
The arrests followed another operation in Aizawl. Earlier, the NIA, with assistance from the Assam Rifles, apprehended UKNA chief Thangkhomang Haokip and his driver on the outskirts of the Mizoram capital.
Following these arrests, authorities took all four individuals into NIA custody, according to the official cited in the reports.
Haokip Wanted in Manipur Cases
Officials said Haokip is wanted in connection with several cases registered in Manipur. However, authorities have not immediately disclosed details of those cases in the reports concerning the Aizawl operation.
Meanwhile, the specific allegations or charges involving the two Kuki student leaders remain unclear. Further investigation is expected to establish their alleged connection, if any, to the cases under examination.
Clarification on SIB Role
An official also clarified the role of the Subsidiary Intelligence Bureau (SIB). Earlier reports had suggested that the intelligence agency participated in the operation.
However, the official said the SIB did not take part in the arrests. The clarification came as authorities provided further details about the NIA operation in Aizawl.
What happened in Aizawl?
The NIA arrested two Kuki student leaders from Manipur at a hotel in the Khatla area of Aizawl. The arrests followed the apprehension of UKNA chief Thangkhomang Haokip and his driver.
Who is Thangkhomang Haokip?
Thangkhomang Haokip is identified as the chief of the United Kuki National Army (UKNA). Officials said he is wanted in connection with several cases registered in Manipur.
Were the student leaders charged?
Authorities had not immediately provided details of the charges or cases involving the two student leaders.
Did the Assam Rifles assist the NIA?
Yes. According to officials, the Assam Rifles assisted the NIA when the agency apprehended Haokip and his driver near Aizawl.
Was the SIB involved?
No. An official specifically clarified that the Subsidiary Intelligence Bureau did not participate in the arrests.
Location Context
Aizawl is the capital of Mizoram in Northeast India and serves as an important regional centre connecting Mizoram with neighbouring northeastern states, including Manipur. The arrests have drawn attention because they involve individuals from Manipur and a central investigative agency operating in Mizoram.
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