Fresh violence broke out in the highly sensitive area of Jiribam while the security forces were moving the elderly people, women and children to safer places. The militants opened fire using sophisticated weapons and also charged bombs.
Ethnic violence broke out in Manipur on May 3 last year after a tribal solidarity march was taken out in the hill districts of the state to protest against the majority Meitei community's demand for Scheduled Tribe (ST) status.
The operation was conducted from October 4 to October 6 across the Churachandpur, Kakching, and Thoubal districts of Manipur.
Manipur CM N Biren Singh said that violence-affected people have started returning to their native places, and now the focus should be on healing the wounds instead of blaming one another.
Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh confirmed the safe release of remaining two youths out of three abducted by Kuki militants in Kangpokpi. The three men were on their way to a recruitment test when they were taken captive.
According to police, some people were also injured in the gunfight, and the Assam Rifles were deployed to control the situation.
Following the rescue of one abducted youth, Manipur CM N Biren Singh announced ongoing talks with Kuki militants for the safe release of the remaining two youths. Meanwhile, protests have erupted in Thoubal district, demanding immediate action from the state and central governments.
Ethnic violence between Meitei and Kuki communities since May last year in Manipur left more than 200 dead and thousands homeless.
Efforts are ongoing to locate the other two youths, who were allegedly abducted by Kuki militants in Kangpokpi district.
Manipur news: Ethnic violence between Meitei and Kuki communities since May last year in Manipur left more than 200 dead and thousands homeless.
The operation led to the recovery of a substantial cache of arms, including a 5.5 feet rocket, 9 mm SMG Carbines and other explosives.
Manipur violence: In the last few couple of days, villagers have seen multiple drones flying above Mongbung Meitei village, a police officer said, quoting villagers.
16 new Kendriya Police Kalyan Bhandars are divided equally for both regions - Vally and hill areas. While the valley districts of Manipur is inhabited by the majority Meiteis, the hill areas are inhabited by the tribal Kuki community.
The Manipur government has extended the school and college holidays for two more days amid the ongoing protests demanding the restoration of peace in the strife-torn state.
Manipur's Home Department has suspended internet services across the state for five days due to escalating student protests. The shutdown is intended to prevent the spread of misinformation that could exacerbate the situation.
Manipur violence: More than 200 people have been killed and thousands rendered homeless in ethnic violence between Imphal Valley-based Meiteis and adjoining hills-based Kuki-Zo groups since May last year.
The Indian Army joined forces with the Assam Rifles, BSF, CRPF and Manipur Police for a series of joint search and recovery operations across various districts of Manipur in the first week of September. These weapons were handed to the police and FIRs were lodged in all operations.
Manipur: As the North Eastern State, Manipur continues to be under the grip of ethnic violence, women held a protest in Imphal. With flame torch in hand, women protested against central govt over their failure to contain violence as it has continued for more than 16 months.
More than 200 people have been killed and thousands rendered homeless in ethnic violence between Imphal Valley-based Meiteis and adjoining hills-based Kuki-Zo groups since May last year.
In response to escalating drone attacks by suspected Kuki militants, Manipur Police deployed an advanced Anti-Drone System to counter rogue drones. This move strengthens the state's defence against militant assaults that have caused unrest and casualties. Watch to know more!
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