Imphal, 18 October 2026: A 36-year-old man was killed and four others were injured when suspected militants opened fire at a village in Manipur's Kamjong district on Saturday.
According to a senior police officer, several rounds were fired in Chasad village around 3.30 pm. Subsequently, an armed clash took place between the local armed group and suspected militants. This firing continued till evening.
The village head Thangjahou Haokip, as well as Khailun Haokip, Seikhohau, Hagin Haokip and Seipao Haokip were injured, the official said.
Everyone was taken to the hospital, where Seikhohou died. The 'Committee on Tribal Unity' has condemned the attack and has demanded the state government to deploy central security forces in the village.
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