Tragic Ambush in Manipur Claims Four Lives, Raising Security Concerns
Ambush on Imphal-Ukhrul Road
The victims were travelling in two vehicles when the attack took place (AT Image)
Imphal, Nov 13: A tragic ambush occurred on Friday along the Imphal-Ukhrul road in Manipur, resulting in the deaths of four individuals, including a mother-son pair and two siblings. They were en route to Imphal in two separate vehicles when the attack happened.
The victims have been identified as Kapangkhui RS and Haoleila RS, who hailed from Shangshak village, and August Ngalung along with Khanmila, residents of Tashar village.
Reports indicate that Kapangkhui RS and Haoleila RS were siblings, while August Ngalung and Khanmila were a mother and her son.
At the time of the ambush, two of the victims were in a Maruti Swift, while the other two were in a Bolero vehicle.
This incident has reignited fears regarding the security situation in Manipur, especially given the ongoing violence and attacks targeting civilians.
In response to the killings, K Meghachandra, the leader of the Congress Legislature Party (CLP), criticized both the Central and state governments for their handling of the situation, voicing concerns over the persistent violence affecting the local populace.
Further information regarding the ambush's circumstances and the attackers' identities is still pending.
Earlier, on Thursday morning, a 40-year-old woman lost her life, and two others were injured due to gunfire at Taphou Kuki village, located along the boundary of Senapati and Kangpokpi districts. The gunfire caused panic among farmers, forcing them to flee their fields along National Highway-2.