US EditionSeveral Houses Torched as Tribal Groups Clash in Manipur’s Ukhrul
Ethnic violence between Tangkhul Naga and Kuki communities in Ukhrul burned 20 houses and displaced residents after an assault sparked retaliation, officials said.
- On Monday, fresh violence in Litan Sareikhong saw Kuki militants allegedly set fire to several Tangkhul Naga homes, with state minister Govindas Konthoujam reporting 21 houses gutted and security tightened.
- A Saturday-night assault reportedly triggered violence after a member of the Tangkhul Naga community was allegedly assaulted by seven to eight individuals in Litan village, and a Sunday meeting to mediate did not occur.
- Armed groups fired several rounds near the hill village, forcing residents to flee with belongings to Kangpokpi district; two tribal groups engaged in stone pelting Sunday night, prompting prohibitory orders, while some Kuki community houses were torched.
- Deputy Chief Minister L Dikho is at the spot, visiting injured at RIMS Hospital and leading peace talks with Tangkhul Naga civil bodies, Assam Rifles officers, and Ukhrul MLA.
- Authorities said the incident was triggered by actions of a few individuals and described the situation as arising out of a misunderstanding, with officials urging restraint as the ground situation remains very tense.
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Houses torched as tribes clash in Manipur's Ukhrul; curbs imposed, security tightened
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Fresh violence erupts in Manipur's Ukhrul as houses set ablaze, residents flee villages
Fresh violence broke out in Manipur’s Ukhrul district on Monday afternoon after armed miscreants allegedly set fire to more houses in Litan Sareikhong village, officials said. Armed groups reportedly fired several rounds in the air near the hill village, forcing residents to flee with essential belongings to safer areas in neighbouring Kangpokpi district. Several Tangkhul villagers were also reported to have left the area. Incident triggered aft…
Houses Torched In Manipur’s Ukhrul District Amid Tangkhul Naga And Kuki Tensions
Armed militants allegedly torched several houses in Manipur’s Ukhrul district after tensions between Tangkhul Naga and Kuki communities escalated. Prohibitory orders imposed and extra security deployed following stone pelting and an assault incident.
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Tension grips Manipur's Ukhrul after militants set ablaze several houses
Tensions flared in Manipur's Ukhrul district after militants allegedly torched houses. This followed an alleged assault on a Tangkhul Naga community member. Clashes erupted between tribal groups, prompting prohibitory orders. Security forces have been deployed to restore order. The Chief Minister appealed for peace and restraint. Investigations into the damages are underway.
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