Militant Outfit KCP Linked to Illegal Money Collection from Nurses at Imphal Medical Institute
In a major crackdown, police in Imphal have arrested four individuals for allegedly extorting money from contractual staff nurses working at the Jawaharlal Nehru Institute of Medical Sciences (JNIMS). Authorities confirmed that ₹39 lakh in cash and a pistol were seized from the accused during the operation.
FIR Filed by Victims Leads to Arrests
According to police officials, the arrests were made after contractual nurses lodged a First Information Report (FIR) alleging illegal money collection. Acting on the complaint, investigators launched a probe and arrested the four suspects from their respective residences in Imphal West district.
A police statement said that the arrests took place on Friday following a detailed investigation into the extortion network targeting nurses employed on contract at JNIMS.
Militants Behind the Extortion Network
Police revealed that the accused were collecting money from nurses at the behest of the banned militant group Kangleipak Communist Party (Taibangnganba). The illegally collected funds were allegedly transferred to the underground outfit.
Authorities believe the extortion racket had been operating for some time, putting pressure on contractual healthcare workers at the institute.
Investigation Continues
Police officials stated that further investigation is underway to determine whether more individuals are involved in the racket and to track the financial trail linked to the militant group.
Similar Fraud Case Reported in Rajasthan
In a separate incident earlier reported, police in Rajasthan arrested a man identified as Khan for allegedly duping several students of lakhs of rupees by promising them medical admissions and online course subscriptions.
The accused, a resident of Alwar, reportedly used social media and digital platforms to lure students with the promise of guaranteed admission to medical courses. After collecting money, he allegedly failed to provide the promised services or refunds.
Authorities took him into custody following multiple complaints from victims who claimed they were defrauded through the scheme.
Police investigations in both cases are ongoing.
