Imphal: After the deadly clash between suspected militants and security forces in Manipur’s Jiribam district, the atmosphere remained calm yet tense on Tuesday morning. Local police patrolled vulnerable points, and prohibitory orders were imposed by the district administration to prevent further violence. Additionally, a search operation was launched to trace missing individuals.

Kuki-Zo shutdown in protest

A shutdown from 5 am to 6 pm was observed in Kuki-Zo majority areas in the hills, protesting the deaths of the suspected insurgents. The Kuki-Zo Council organised the shutdown, expressing grief and solidarity for those “brutally shot dead.”

Militants attack police station and CRPF camp

11 suspected militants were killed in a fierce gunfight with security forces on Monday after insurgents in camouflage uniforms, armed with sophisticated weapons, fired indiscriminately at a police station and an adjacent CRPF camp in Jiribam district, they said.

Two CRPF personnel also sustained injuries during the heavy exchange of fire at Borobekra, and the condition of one of them was stated to be critical, they said.

Following the Jiribam clash, fresh violence erupted in various locations across the Imphal Valley. Armed groups from opposing sides reportedly engaged in exchanges of gunfire, according to police.

Additional security forces, including teams from the Assam Rifles, CRPF, and local police, were deployed to the area to maintain control. Operations continue as security forces work to flush out militants from the region.

Officials reported that clashes on Monday evening extended to several villages in Imphal West and Imphal East districts, reflecting the growing tension in the area as security forces attempt to stabilize the situation.

PTI