Imphal, March 28: Fresh firing was reported late on March 27 in Manipur’s Ukhrul district, with alleged gunfire directed towards Kuki-inhabited areas in the Litan–Sareikhong belt, according to claims by the Kuki CSO Working Committee.
The incident occurred around 10:10 pm and involved approximately 15 rounds of automatic fire. The committee alleged that suspected armed militants opened fire from the direction of New Heaven towards Chepu Yaolen. No casualties have been reported so far.
In its statement, the committee said residents on the Kuki side exercised restraint and did not retaliate, preventing the situation from escalating into a larger confrontation.
Describing the episode as part of a recurring trend, the group claimed that several Kuki settlements in Ukhrul and adjoining Kamjong district have faced similar incidents in recent months. Areas cited include Mongkot Chepu, Shangkai, Thawai Kuki, Chassad, as well as nearby villages such as Leplen and Tingpibung.
The committee alleged that such acts are intended to create fear among civilians and destabilise the already fragile security environment in the hill districts.
Raising concerns over the response of authorities, the group questioned the silence of Tangkhul apex bodies and criticised what it termed as inaction by both the state government and the Centre. It sought clarity on how long armed elements would continue to operate without intervention.
Calling for urgent action, the committee warned that repeated incidents could undermine stability and lead to escalation if not addressed promptly, adding that patience within the community is “rapidly diminishing.”
