Ukhrul district, April 2026:
A pre-dawn attack on a Kuki-inhabited village in Ukhrul district of Manipur has left several people injured and caused widespread destruction, heightening tensions in the region.
According to local sources, unidentified armed assailants launched the assault in the early hours, opening indiscriminate fire while villagers were still asleep. The sudden attack triggered panic, forcing residents to flee their homes and seek safety in nearby areas.
Several villagers reportedly sustained injuries during the firing, while multiple houses were set ablaze, leading to significant property loss. Eyewitnesses described chaotic scenes, with gunshots ringing out and flames engulfing homes.
Local organisations have condemned the incident, calling it a targeted attack on civilians and urging authorities to take immediate action. They have demanded enhanced security deployment, a thorough investigation, and protection for vulnerable villages.
The identity of the attackers remains unclear, and no official confirmation has been issued so far. However, the incident has once again highlighted the fragile law-and-order situation in the hill districts of Manipur, where recurring violence has disrupted normal life.
Security forces are said to be monitoring the situation, and the area remains tense as residents call for urgent intervention to restore peace and ensure their safety.
