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Crime
Four Villagers Killed in Manipur Shooting, Kuki Group Blames Naga Insurgents
✍️ NDTV
🗓 14 Sep 2026, 09:32 AM
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Four residents of a Manipur village were shot dead in an incident that Kuki community members say was carried out by Naga insurgents.
On an unspecified date, four villagers were shot dead in a remote area of Manipur, according to local reports. The victims were reportedly traveling when gunfire erupted, and no body has yet been recovered.
Kuki community members in the region have alleged that the attack was carried out by Naga insurgents, citing the presence of armed groups in the vicinity. They claim that the shooters targeted civilians without any provocation.
Manipur police have opened an investigation into the incident and are coordinating with state security forces to identify the perpetrators. Officials have urged calm and assured that the matter will be thoroughly examined.
The incident comes amid ongoing tensions between Naga and Kuki groups in the northeastern states, where sporadic clashes have occurred over land and political influence. The state government has reiterated its commitment to maintaining peace and preventing further violence.
Kuki community members in the region have alleged that the attack was carried out by Naga insurgents, citing the presence of armed groups in the vicinity. They claim that the shooters targeted civilians without any provocation.
Manipur police have opened an investigation into the incident and are coordinating with state security forces to identify the perpetrators. Officials have urged calm and assured that the matter will be thoroughly examined.
The incident comes amid ongoing tensions between Naga and Kuki groups in the northeastern states, where sporadic clashes have occurred over land and political influence. The state government has reiterated its commitment to maintaining peace and preventing further violence.