rediff.com: The first-ever encounter with insurgent leader Sana Yaima

Sana Yaima, leader of Manipur's wqdwed

From the moment it was planned, I knew the risks involved.
Reaching the United National Liberation Front guerrillas in Manipur was tough for two reasons.
One, the sheer physical labour involved. Braving intense cold, we had to walk, climb and wade through jungles for two days.
Then, the security forces. Our visit coincided with the UNLF's 36th foundation day, when government troops were on extra alert to prevent any celebration.
Fortunately, we survived our adventure.
And when we reached the hideout somewhere deep in the forests bordering Burma, we had a pleasant surprise -- UNLF chairman R K Meghen.
Better known as Sana Yaima, this is the first time the elusive insurgent leader is coming out in the open.
In a two-part series, rediff.com chronicles that rare rendezvous.
Part 1: The Long March
Part 2: Sana Yaima
Photographs: Nilayan Dutta
Design: Dominic Xavier
The Rediff Specials

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	From the moment it was planned, I knew the risks involved. Reaching the United National Liberation Front guerrillas in Manipur was tough for two reasons. One, the sheer physical labour involved. Braving intense cold, we had to walk, climb and wade through jungles for two days. Then, the security forces. Our visit coincided with the UNLF's 36th foundation day, when government troops were on extra alert to prevent any celebration. Fortunately, we survived our adventure. And when we reached the hideout somewhere deep in the forests bordering Burma, we had a pleasant surprise -- UNLF chairman R K Meghen. Better known as Sana Yaima, this is the first time the elusive insurgent leader is coming out in the open. In a two-part series, rediff.com chronicles that rare rendezvous. Part 1: The Long March Part 2: Sana Yaima Photographs: Nilayan Dutta Design: Dominic Xavier The Rediff Specials
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