Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, March 26:
The proscribed KRA has banned collection of money in the name of the outfit temporarily from Imphal area with effect from today.
Speaking to the press, Information and Publicity secretary of KRA Th Misao warned that if any one is found extorting money in the name of the outfit or DT Haokip from Govt Departments, agencies and corporations located in Imphal area, the extortionist would be awarded befitting punishment then and there.
He also appealed to the people not to entertain any monetary demand made in the name of KRA.
However, KRA under its finance secretary DT Haokip would continue collection of taxes from vehicles on NH 39, Misao informed.
The outfit's Maj Max, Sgt Houpu and Cpl Luther have been discharged from their duty on health ground, he mentioned.
Meanwhile, a press release issued by SP Imphal West informed that one KRA activist was nabbed by police along with three demand letters from near Johnstone School, Imphal.
The apprehended KRA activist is identified as Ayekpam Joy alias Joykumar (25) of Leitanpokpi Liklikhong.