Manipur Violence: Tension Grips Imphal East After Fresh Gun-And-Bomb Attacks In 2 Villages, No

Manipur violence: Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh has lashed out at "Kuki militants" for the fresh spate of firing and bombing in Imphal East on Friday, in which at least two persons, including a policeman, were injured. The armed men from the hills launched fresh gun-and-bomb attacks in Sanasabi and Thamnapokpi villages in the district, police said.

In an X post, N Biren Singh "strongly condemned" the "indiscriminate firing by Kuki militants" in Imphal East, which injured civilians and security personnel. "This cowardly and unprovoked attack on innocent lives is an assault on peace and harmony.   Adequate security personnel have been rushed to the affected areas. The injured are receiving necessary medical assistance, and the government calls for calm and unity in the face of such challenges. Central forces and state police should have proper coordination and understanding when dealing with such situations," CM N Biren Singh said.

The fresh attack by armed groups from the hills on the two villages in the district sparked panic in Imphal East. Two individuals, including a police officer, were injured in the attack. Security forces engaged the attackers, leading to an intense exchange of gunfire in both locations, the officer stated.