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Crime
Militants torch farmers' homes in a Manipur village, sparking fears of escalation
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 17 Sep 2026, 12:01 PM
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Militants set fire to several farmers' houses in a village in Manipur, according to reports.
A group of armed militants reportedly ignited a number of farmers' houses in a remote village of Manipur on Tuesday. Local witnesses said the arson took place in the early evening, and the flames quickly engulfed the structures, leaving the families displaced.
Security forces arrived at the scene shortly after the blaze was reported, but the militants had already fled the area. No casualties have been confirmed, though several families are now seeking temporary shelter.
The incident adds to a series of recent violent episodes in the state, where insurgent groups have targeted civilian properties amid ongoing tensions. State officials have condemned the act and promised a thorough investigation, while urging residents to remain vigilant.
Security forces arrived at the scene shortly after the blaze was reported, but the militants had already fled the area. No casualties have been confirmed, though several families are now seeking temporary shelter.
The incident adds to a series of recent violent episodes in the state, where insurgent groups have targeted civilian properties amid ongoing tensions. State officials have condemned the act and promised a thorough investigation, while urging residents to remain vigilant.