More than 38 Kuki and Naga civilians are reportedly held captive in different parts of Manipur as fresh ethnic violence escalates. The United Naga Council claims 20 people are being held hostage in Leilon Veiphei in Senapati district, alleging abductors came from the same area. Manipur’s home minister says the state has informed the Union Home Ministry via the Intelligence Bureau and is working with civil society and political leaders. Separately, three Kuki individuals were killed in an ambush in Kangpokpi, with the probe slated for NIA or another central agency.
Two separate ambushes in Manipur left four people dead, including three from the Thadou community and one civilian from the Chiru Naga community, with two others injured. Reports of hostages sparked protests across the region. Manipur’s Home Minister visited the mortuary and met families, who said they would not accept the bodies until those responsible are arrested.
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