CRPF Jawan Killed in Manipur Ambush, State Government Condemns Act

A CRPF jawan named Ajay Kumar Jha was killed and a policeman injured in an attack by suspected militants in Manipur's Jiribam district. Leaders including the Governor and Chief Minister condemned the violence, asserting their commitment to justice and peace. Additional security forces have been deployed.

A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) jawan was killed in a gun attack by suspected militants at Mongbung village in Manipur's Jiribam district on Sunday morning, police confirmed.

The deceased, identified as Ajay Kumar Jha from Bihar, suffered bullet injuries to the head and was declared dead upon arrival at the hospital. Another policeman was injured and is currently receiving treatment.

In a post on X, Governor Anusuiya Uikey condemned the “heinous act of violence” and extended her condolences to Jha's family, stating that such actions would not be tolerated in Manipur. Chief Minister N Biren Singh also denounced the attack, stating that Jha's sacrifice would not go in vain and wished for the speedy recovery of the injured.

Following the incident, additional security forces have been deployed in the area. The Kuki Inpi Manipur, the apex body of the Kuki community, also condemned the violence, describing it as a 'state-sponsored attack.' Manipur has been plagued by ethnic violence between the Meitei and Kuki communities since May last year, resulting in over 200 deaths.