3 killed in gunfight between rival groups in Manipur's Noney
Meanwhile, the Kuki Inpi Manipur (KIM), the apex body of the Kuki community, strongly condemned the killing of the three youths
Three individuals from the Kuki community were slain in a gunfight between rival armed groups in Manipur's Noney district, according to police reports. The violent altercation erupted in Kekru Naga village on Saturday morning. The skirmish persisted for several hours in the forested hills, resulting in the deaths of three individuals. Manipur Chief Minister Khemchand called for enhancing unity, stating that community-focused strategies were incapable of achieving peace.
Security measures have been implemented in the area, stated the police. In response to the tragedy, the Kuki Inpi Manipur (KIM), the leading organization for the Kuki community, vehemently denounced the killings of the three young men. The KIM also demanded justice, accountability, and immediate state action.
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