Fresh firing occurred in the Litan Sareikhong area of Manipur’s Ukhrul district, allegedly by Tangkhul Naga village volunteers, causing panic among local residents. The Manipur Police urged Kuki and Naga tribal communities to avoid hostilities and rumors to prevent further escalation.
Approximately 12 rounds were fired by Tangkhul volunteers using a 12-bore weapon near the foothills between Sikibung and Litan Sareikhong. This incident led to panic among the public in the area, prompting security measures by the police and security forces to maintain law and order.
Security forces, including Border Security Force (BSF) and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) teams, have been deployed along the river bank to ensure peace. The police warned against spreading unverified information, emphasizing the need for both communities to cooperate and avoid actions that could worsen the situation.
The ongoing tension has disrupted vehicular movement along the Imphal–Ukhrul road, but with signs of improvement, the state government lifted the internet suspension in affected districts. The violence initially stemmed from an assault incident on a member of the Tangkhul Naga community, which was later resolved through customary practices.
