Panic in Imphal: Villages Targeted in Manipur Violence

Armed men launched gun-and-bomb attacks in two Manipur villages, causing panic but no reported injuries. Security forces retaliated, engaging in intense gunfire. The violence displaced thousands amidst ethnic conflict between Meiteis and Kuki-Zo groups, with security personnel playing a crucial role in rescuing affected women and children.

Armed men initiated a coordinated gun-and-bomb assault in Manipur's Imphal East district, targeting the villages of Sanasabi and Thamnapokpi, according to police reports.

Although no injuries were reported, the attacks incited panic among locals, prompting security forces to respond with a vigorous exchange of fire.

Security personnel, including CRPF forces, were instrumental in rescuing vulnerable villagers, highlighting the ongoing ethnic conflict between Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities that has claimed over 250 lives and displaced many since May last year.

(With inputs from agencies.)