Four people were killed, one injured and another reported missing after an ambush on the Imphal-Tamenglong (IT) road in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district on Thursday, officials said, amid renewed tension between the Naga and Kuki communities in the area.
Officials said intense firing was reported in the area following the attack. The circumstances leading to the incident and the identities of those responsible were not immediately established. Gaikamang Ringkangmai sustained injuries in the attack, while Wisobou Charenamai, chairman of the Chawangkining Village Authority, is reportedly missing. However, there is no official confirmation regarding the incident. BJP MLA Tongbram Robindro also attended the meeting. The discussions focused on the prevailing situation and the need to promote peace and stability. Senior officials and personnel from the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Assam Rifles and Senapati Police were also present.
“The KZVV views the incident as a serious provocation, particularly at a time when the Kuki community along the IT Road has been advocating dialogue, reconciliation and peaceful coexistence,” the statement added.
Officials said additional security forces have been rushed to the spot, the injured person has been evacuated to a nearby hospital and a search operation for the missing person is underway.
