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News18
13-07-2025
- Politics
- News18
3 Top ULFA(I) Leaders Killed In Drone Strikes Near Myanmar Border, Army Says 'No Information'
Last Updated: The proscribed ULFA(I), who seemed to be the target, claimed the attacks on its camps along the Myanmar border as having been carried out by the Indian Army There are reports that the Indian Army carried out drone strikes in Myanmar, though the military said there is no information of any such incident. The proscribed ULFA(I), who seemed to be the target, claimed the attacks on its camps along the Myanmar border as having been carried out by the Indian Army. But, when contacted, a defence spokesperson said there 'are no inputs of such an operation". 'There are no inputs with the Indian Army of such an operation," Lt Col Mahendra Rawat was quoted in reports. More than 100 armed drones were reportedly launched in a pre-dawn operation between 2 to 4 am on Sunday, targeting insurgent bases in Myanmar's Sagaing region. The strikes focused on the Naga Self-Administered Zone, hitting locations such as ULFA(I)'s Eastern Command headquarters at Hoyat Basti and 779 Camp in Waktham Basti. Additionally, camps of the NSCN-K, PLA, and RPF were also struck by Indian drones. The ULFA(I), in a press statement, said Nayan Asom alias Nayan Medhi, who was the 'chairman' of its 'lower council', was killed in the attacks. It said two other senior leaders, 'brigadier' Ganesh Asom and 'colonel' Pradip Asom, were killed in the second round of attacks during Nayan Asom's funeral. At least 19 others were injured, it added. The ULFA(I) has declared India as the aggressor and threatened retaliation. According to sources, the drones used in the operation are believed to be Israeli and French-made combat UAVs known for their high-precision strike capabilities. Despite the significant impact of the operation, neither the army nor Assam Rifles confirmed their involvement. The sources, however, suggested that the operation might have been coordinated with Myanmar's military junta though there is no official statement yet. They said the targeted areas are protected by China-linked private security companies due to their role in safeguarding Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) projects. Sagaing has become a sanctuary for insurgents from India's northeast amid Myanmar's civil conflict. They added that this operation marks India's first known use of mass drone swarms in a cross-border counter-insurgency. The follow-up funeral strike indicates a deliberate, layered targeting strategy with a zero-tolerance approach. The ULFA(I) has accused India of colonial occupation and warned of armed retaliation in Assam and northeast, the sources said. This action bears similarities to earlier Indian operations, such as the 2015 Myanmar raids but witnessed advanced aerial technology. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, meanwhile, denied involvement of the state police or any attack from its soil stating that 'things will be clearer towards the evening". 'The Assam Police is not involved in it and no attack has been carried out from our soil," Sarma told reporters on the sidelines of an official visit to Golaghat district. Sarma said in case of such operations, the army comes out with a statement, but nothing has been issued so far. 'More information is required on the matter… I think it will be clearer by evening," he said. About the Author Manoj Gupta First Published: Latest News Rajasthan: Social media influencer held with 150 gm of mephedrone Agency feeds Agency feeds Goa Police nabs fake CBI officer in digital arrest scam Agency feeds Small plane crashes at London Southend Airport Sports Pop! Champagne Cork Hilariously Delays Play During Sinner-Alcaraz Wimbledon Final: WATCH India 3 Top ULFA(I) Leaders Killed In Drone Strikes Near Myanmar Border, Army Says 'No Information' latest news
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First Post
13-07-2025
- Politics
- First Post
Indian Army denies ULFA-I claim of drone strike on Myanmar camp
Earlier in the day, ULFA-I alleged that the Indian Army had launched cross-border drone strikes on its base in Myanmar in the early hours, killing 19 cadres and injuring another 19 read more The Indian Army on Sunday (July 13) denied carrying out drone attacks on the eastern headquarters of the banned insurgent group United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) in neighbouring Myanmar, rejecting claims made by the outfit. Earlier in the day, ULFA-I alleged that the Indian Army had launched cross-border drone strikes on its base in Myanmar in the early hours, killing 19 cadres and injuring another 19. Reports also suggested that senior ULFA-I commander Nayan Medhi was among those killed, alongside members of other northeastern insurgent outfits, including cadres from the Revolutionary People's Front (RPF), the political wing of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) of Manipur. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD However, the Indian Army dismissed the allegations. 'There are no inputs with the Indian Army on such an operation,' IANS quoted Lt Col Mahendra Rawat, PRO Defence Guwahati, as saying. ULFA-I, led by Paresh Barua, has seen its leadership ranks significantly thinned in recent months. With the reported death of Medhi and the earlier arrest of senior commander Rupom Asom by Assam Police in May, only one key figure—Arunodoy Dohotiya—is believed to remain active in Myanmar. Barua, who is said to have longstanding ties with Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), is reportedly operating near the tri-junction of China, Myanmar, and India's Arunachal Pradesh. According to sources, he is currently at the 'lowest point' of his insurgent activity. IANS cited people familiar with IANS as saying that the reported attacks could stem from internal rivalries among banned insurgent groups operating along the India-Myanmar border. Myanmar's military-ruled government, led by the Tatmadaw, is facing ongoing conflict with various armed groups, and its porous border with India continues to be used by proscribed outfits like ULFA-I to establish camps. The fighting in the region remains a significant concern for Indian security agencies. In May 2025, at least 10 militants were killed in a gun battle with Indian forces near the Myanmar border in Manipur's Chandel district. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD
NDTV
13-07-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
Army Denies Drone Strikes On Insurgent Group ULFA-I Camp In Myanmar
New Delhi: The Indian Army has denied it had carried out drone attacks on the eastern headquarters of the banned insurgent group United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) in Myanmar. The banned ULFA-I on Sunday claimed that its eastern headquarters in Myanmar had been targeted by the Indian Army with drones in the early hours. The banned outfit in a press statement claimed that in these cross-border strikes, their 19 cadres have been killed and another 19 injured. Reports indicate that senior ULFA (I) commander Nayan Medhi was killed in the attack, and some cadres of Manipuri insurgent groups, including Revolutionary People's Front (RPF), which is the political wing of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) of Manipur present at the camp, were also killed and some injured. However, in an official statement, the India Army has denied these claims. "There are no inputs with the Indian Army on such an operation," Lt Col Mahendra Rawat, PRO Defence Guwahati, told IANS. ULFA (I), headed by Paresh Barua, is now left with only one senior functionary, Arunodoy Dohotiya, who is in Myanmar. Another senior ULFA (I) commander operating out of Myanmar camps, Rupom Asom, was arrested by Assam Police in May. Sources said Baruah, who has deep links with Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) and was reportedly staying in bordering areas of China-Myanmar-India (Arunachal Pradesh), is at the lowest point of his insurgency activity. People familiar with the matter told IANS that these attacks on ULFA (I) headquarters could be due to the infighting amongst these banned outfits. Notably, Myanmar, which is presently being ruled by the Tatmadaw (Army), is witnessing a spate of attacks by several militant outfits, and the India-Myanmar border has been used several times by these proscribed outfits, such as ULFA (I), to set up their camps there. The fighting near the border has been a matter of deep concern for the Indian security establishment. In May 2025, at least 10 militants were killed in an encounter with security forces near the India-Myanmar border in Manipur's Chandel district.
Hans India
13-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
ULFA-I claims drone strikes on its headquarters in Myanmar, Indian Army denies
New Delhi: The Indian Army has denied that it had carried out drone attacks on the eastern headquarters of the banned United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) in Myanmar. The banned ULFA-I on Sunday claimed that its Eastern headquarters in Myanmar had been targeted by the Indian Army with drones in the early hours. The proscribed outfit in a press statement claimed that in these cross-border strikes, their 19 cadres have been killed and another 19 injured. Reports indicate that senior ULFA (I) commander Nayan Medhi was killed in the attack, and some cadres of Manipuri insurgent groups, including Revolutionary People's Front (RPF), which is the political wing of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) of Manipur present at the camp, were also killed and some injured. However, in an official statement, the India Army has denied these claims. Talking to IANS from Guwahati, Lt Col Mahendra Rawat, PRO Defence Guwahati, said, "There are no inputs with the Indian Army on such an operation." It is worth noting here that ULFA (I), headed by Paresh Barua, is now left with only one senior functionary, Arunodoy Dohotiya, who is in Myanmar. Another senior ULFA (I) commander operating out of Myanmar camps, Rupom Asom, was arrested by Assam Police in May. Sources revealed that Baruah, who has deep links with Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) and was reportedly staying in bordering areas of China-Myanmar-India (Arunachal Pradesh), is at the lowest point of his militant career. People familiar with the matter told IANS that these attacks on ULFA (I) headquarters could be due to the infighting amongst these banned outfits. Notably, Myanmar, which is presently being ruled by the Tatmadaw (Army), is witnessing a spate of attacks by several militant outfits, and the India-Myanmar border has been used several times by these proscribed outfits, such as ULFA (I), to set up their camps there. The fighting near the border has been a matter of deep concern for the Indian security establishment. In May 2025, at least 10 militants were killed in an encounter with security forces near the India-Myanmar border in Manipur's Chandel district.
Mint
13-07-2025
- Politics
- Mint
ULFA(I) claims drone attacks on its camps along Myanmar border by Indian Army, defence official says no such information
The banned ULFA(I) on Sunday claimed drone attacks on its camps along the Myanmar border by the Indian Army, though there was no confirmation about the development from the armed forces. According to a PTI report, the ULFA(I) said that the attacks were carried out with drones in the early hours at several mobile camps and that a senior leader of the banned outfit was killed. The outfit also claimed that 19 others were injured in the attacks. When contacted, a defence spokesperson in Guwahati told PTI that there was no information of any such incident. 'There are no inputs with the Indian Army of such an operation,' Lt Col Mahendra Rawat said. On June 14, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) had chargesheeted three people accused in the case relating to the ULFA(I) conspiracy to carry out multiple IED blasts in Assam on Independence Day last year. The chargesheeted were identified as Paresh Baruah, Chairman and SS Commander-in-Chief of the proscribed terrorist groups ULFA, along with Abhijit Gogoi and Jahnu Boruah. All three were charged under various sections of BNS, UA (P) Act and The Explosives Substance Act, news agency PTI reported. The trio were found linked with the IED planted by the terror outfit at Dispur Last Gate, Guwahati, Assam, as part of the ULFA (I) conspiracy to trigger multiple IED blasts across Assam, including at Dispur Last Gate, to disrupt the I-Day celebrations last year. NIA, which took over the case in September 2024, found during investigation that the IEDs had been planted to cause death/injuries to persons and/or loss/damage/destruction to property, with the intent to threaten the unity, integrity, security and sovereignty of India, and to strike terror among the people of the country. (This is a developing story. Please check back for updates)
