Violence Erupts In Manipur's Kamjong, Woman Shot Dead, Houses Burnt Down
According to reports from the ground, violence intensified overnight, with gunfire continuing and several houses reportedly set ablaze.
A woman was allegedly shot dead in Manipur's Kamjong district on Friday evening, sparking renewed violence in the conflict-ridden state, leading authorities to impose prohibitory orders, officials reported on Saturday. The incident occurred around 9:35 p.m. at the predominantly Kuki village of Chassad in the Naga-dominated district.
The woman, a mother of five, sustained gunshot wounds to her neck and succumbed to her injuries within minutes, according to officials. In response, an exchange of fire erupted between Kuki and Naga armed groups, which persisted into the morning of Saturday. Several homes were also set ablaze during the violence, officials disclosed.
To curb further unrest, district authorities imposed prohibitory orders under Section 162 of the BNSS within a 400-meter radius of the Chassad police gate junction. The orders ban gatherings of five or more individuals.
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