Tensions flared in Manipur on January 22 after residents of Kakching Khunou blocked the Indo–Myanmar Sugnu Road to protest the alleged abduction and killing of Meitei civilian Mayanglambam Rishikanta Singh in Churachandpur district. The family has accused suspected Kuki militants of carrying out the killing, prompting demands for justice and stronger security measures amid ongoing ethnic unrest. Singh was allegedly abducted from his residence on January 21 and later shot dead, according to his wife’s account. Police have registered a case and launched an investigation, urging the public to remain calm.
