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Suspension of Operations pacts with KNO, UPF extended by 45 days


The Government today said the tripartite Suspension of Operations (SoO) agreements between the Centre, the Government of Manipur and two umbrella organisations - the Kuki National Organisation (KNO) and the United People's Front (UPF), which were signed on August 22, 2008, had been extended for a further period of 45 days with effect from today.


An official press release from the Ministry of Home Affairs said it had been ageed that all arms and ammunition shall be kept in double lock by September 20 either in the Camp Armoury or with the nominated Police/SFs.


A decision on further extension of the SoO would be taken after review of the progress made in this regard. Talks will commence after all the cadres shift to the designated camps and weapons kept in double lock, the release added.


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