Militants Ambush Manipur CM's Convoy: One Injured

Suspected militants ambushed the security convoy of Manipur's CM N Biren Singh in Kangpokpi district, injuring one personnel. The convoy was en route to the violence-hit Jiribam district when attacked along National Highway-53. Security forces have launched operations to trace the gunmen.

In a brazen act of violence, suspected militants ambushed the advance security convoy of Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh in Kangpokpi district on Monday morning. The attack left one security personnel injured, according to police reports.

The convoy, heading towards the violence-stricken Jiribam district, came under fire at approximately 10.30 am near Kotlen village on National Highway-53. Multiple gunshots were exchanged, said a police officer.

The driver of one of the convoy vehicles sustained a bullet injury to his right shoulder and is currently being transported to a hospital in Imphal. Security forces have initiated combing operations to locate the attackers, about 36 km from the state capital.