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Manipur: Fresh violence injures three youths during Kangpokpi shootout ... A t least three persons were injured in an exchange of fire between two groups in Manipur's Kangpokpi district on Monday, officials said. Advertisement The firing took place near Leilon Vaiphei village around 6 am when armed persons belonging to two tribal communities exchanged fire in the Kuki-majority district, they said. The injured, all belonging to the Kuki community, were brought to the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) in Imphal for treatment by security forces. They were identified as Genlenmang Vaiphei (18), Lunliandaw Vaiphei (20) and Paogou Lal (18), officials said. Meanwhile, tension erupted at the RIMS complex after a group of protesters gathered on the premises objecting to the admission of the injured youths. Security forces fired several rounds of tear gas shells and resorted to a baton charge after protesters allegedly attempted to enter the hospital building, officials said. The demonstrators claimed that the injured youths were militants and questioned whether similar security arrangements would be provided to ordinary citizens travelling through Kuki-majority areas of Kangpok…

3 injured in fresh gunfight between Naga, Kuki villages in Manipur's ... One of the three injured Kuki youths being taken to RIMS in Imphal, on Monday. (AT Photo) Imphal, June 15:Fresh violence erupted on Monday between the neighbouring villages of Konsakhul, inhabited predominantly by members of theNaga community, and Leilon Vaiphei, a Kuki village, triggering renewed tensions in the area. Reports indicated heavy and sustained gunfire between the two villages inKangpokpidistrict, leaving at least three people injured. The injured, all Kuki youths, were initially taken to Leimakhong before being shifted to the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) in Imphal for treatment. They were identified as Genlenmang Vaiphei (18), Lunliandaw Vaiphei (20) and Paogou Lal (18). Sources said one of the injured is in critical condition, while the other two are undergoing treatment. According to sources, the exchange of fire continued for several hours, prompting security forces to deploy additional personnel to the area in an effort to contain the situation and prevent further escalation. The circumstances leading to the latest outbreak of violence remain unclear. Meanwhile, the K…

Two, including 8-year-old girl, injured in firing by armed groups in Manipur’s Kangpokpi The injured were initially provided first aid at an Assam Rifles camp and later brought to the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences in Imphal for further treatment

Three Reportedly Injured as Gunfire Erupts Near Kangpokpi Villages Fresh tension gripped parts of Manipur’s Kangpokpi district on Monday after a firing incident was reported near Leilon Vaiphei and Konsakhul villages, raising concerns over security in the area. According to local sources, the incident took place on Monday morning amid renewed tensions in the district. The firing reportedly triggered panic among residents living in nearby villages, prompting concerns about a possible escalation of the situation. Initial reports indicated that at least three persons sustained injuries in the incident. However, authorities had not officially confirmed the number of injured persons or disclosed their identities at the time of filing this report. The condition of those injured also remained unclear. Sources said the exact circumstances leading to the firing were yet to be established. There was no immediate clarity on who was involved in the incident or what triggered the exchange. Officials are expected to ascertain the sequence of events as investigations progress. Following reports of the firing, security forces were alerted and deployed to monitor the situation. Authorities have re…

Fresh tension erupts in Manipur's Kangpokpi district, three reportedly ... Fresh tension gripped parts of Manipur's Kangpokpi district after a firing incident was reported near Leilon Vaiphei and Konsakhul villages on Monday morning, June 15. According to local sources, the incident occurred amid renewed tensions in the area, triggering panic among residents. Initial reports suggest that at least three persons sustained injuries in the firing. However, the exact circumstances surrounding the incident remain unclear. Security forces have reportedly been alerted, and the situation is being closely monitored to prevent any further escalation. As of now, no official statement has been issued by the district administration, police, or security agencies regarding the incident. The identities and condition of the injured persons have also not been officially confirmed. The latest development comes amid ongoing concerns over security and inter-community tensions in several parts of Manipur. Further details are awaited as authorities assess the situation. This is a developing story. Copyright©2026 Living Media India Limited. For reprint rights: Syndications Today Add India Today NE …

Manipur: Tension flares at RIMS as three injured Kukis admitted Imphal : Tension flared at the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) in Imphal, Manipur, on Monday after reports emerged that three injured individuals from the Kuki community had been admitted to the hospital for treatment. A large number of people gathered outside the hospital premises and staged protests against the admission of the injured persons, leading to a heightened security situation in the area. According to sources, protesters attempted to enter the hospital premises where the three individuals were undergoing treatment. Central security forces deployed at the hospital intervened and used tear gas shells to disperse the crowd and prevent any breach of security. The incident comes amid heightened tensions in the state following the recent killing of six Naga men in Kangpokpi district, an incident that has triggered widespread anger and demands for justice. The three injured individuals sustained bullet injuries during an exchange of fire at Leilon Munlui, a village located between Leilon Vaiphei and Konsakhul, on Monday morning. They were subsequently evacuated and brought to RIMS by central securi…

Three youths injured in firing in Manipur's Kangpokpi, brought to ... Representative image Northeast 1 min. Read Three youths injured in firing in Manipur’s Kangpokpi, brought to Imphal for treatment By TME June 15, 2026 Imphal, Jun 15: At least three persons were injured in an exchange of fire between two groups in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district on Monday, officials said. The firing took place near Leilon Vaiphei village around 6 am when armed persons belonging to two tribal communities exchanged fire in the Kuki-majority district, they said. The injured, all belonging to the Kuki community, were brought to the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) in Imphal for treatment by security forces. They were identified as Genlenmang Vaiphei (18), Lunliandaw Vaiphei (20) and Paogou Lal (18), officials said. Meanwhile, tension erupted at the RIMS complex after a group of protesters gathered on the premises objecting to the admission of the injured youths. Security forces fired several rounds of tear gas shells and resorted to a baton charge after protesters allegedly attempted to enter the hospital building, officials said. The demonstrators claimed that the injured youths were mili…

Three youths injured in firing in Manipur's Kangpokpi, brought to ... IMPHAL:At least three persons were injured in an exchange of fire between two groups in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district on Monday, officials said. The firing took place near Leilon Vaiphei village around 6 am when armed persons belonging to two tribal communities exchanged fire in the Kuki-majority district, they said. The injured, all belonging to the Kuki community, were brought to the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) in Imphal for treatment by security forces. They were identified as Genlenmang Vaiphei (18), Lunliandaw Vaiphei (20) and Paogou Lal (18), officials said. Meanwhile, tension erupted at the RIMS complex after a group of protesters gathered on the premises objecting to the admission of the injured youths. Security forces fired several rounds of tear gas shells and resorted to a baton charge after protesters allegedly attempted to enter the hospital building, officials said. The demonstrators claimed that the injured youths were militants and questioned whether similar security arrangements would be provided to ordinary citizens travelling through Kuki-majority areas of Kangpokpi dist…

Firing in Manipur: Three youths injured in Kangpokpi, brought to Imphal for treatment The injured, all belonging to the Kuki community, were brought to the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) in Imphal for treatment by security forces

Armed groups clash in Manipur's Kangpokpi district; 3 injure Three people were injured in a Kangpokpi encounter as protests disrupted services at RIMS in Imphal. Share IMPHAL —Three individuals were injured in a reported encounter between two armed groups in Manipur's Kangpokpi district on Monday. According to sources, the encounter took place near Leilon Vaiphei and Konsakhul villages under Leimakhong Police Station around 6 am. The identities of those involved have not yet been officially confirmed. The injured were identified as Genlenmang Vaiphei (18) of Mission Veng, Lunliandan Vaiphei (20) of Kamu Tangnom and Paogoulal Vaiphei (18) of P Moulding. The circumstances leading to the incident could not be established immediately. The injured were initially provided medical treatment at the Military Hospital in Leimakhong and were later shifted to the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Imphal, under tight security arrangements amid heightened tensions, as their condition reportedly deteriorated. Sources said all three, belonging to the Kuki community, sustained injuries to various parts of their bodies, including the chest and back. Meanwhile, a tense situation …