Violence erupted in Kangpokpi town, Manipur, on Friday when a group attacked the Deputy Commissioner’s office, injuring a police official. The unrest follows ongoing tensions in the Kuki-dominated district, exacerbated by protests and clashes.
BY PC bureau
Fresh violence erupted in Kangpokpi town, Manipur, on Friday when a group of people attacked the Deputy Commissioner’s office, injuring a police official. The situation remains tense in the Kuki-dominated district, with ongoing protests and clashes.
According to police, the attackers surrounded and assaulted the offices of Superintendent of Police and Deputy Commissioner’s office, targeting the administrative headquarters..SP, Kangpokpi, Manoj Prabhakar M, IPS, was reportedly Injured in the attack.
The unrest stems from the community’s demand for the removal of Central Security Forces (CSF) stationed in the area. The situation escalated with reports of violence, property damage, and at least one police officer injured. This incident reflects ongoing ethnic tensions and dissatisfaction with the deployment of security forces in the region.
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Superintendent of Police, Kangpokpi, Sri Manoj Prabhakar M, IPS, Injured in an Attack by #Kukis.Police vehicles were stoned and vandalized.
M16-wielding #KukiTerrorists of KNF-P were seen roaming the streets of Kangpokpi openly.… pic.twitter.com/H1sxv3xtrV
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This incident follows a major confrontation in the Saibol area, where Kuki women protested the deployment of security forces after a recent gunfight. The protest aimed to block the Army, CRPF, and BSF from carrying out security operations that had cleared militants and dismantled bunkers.
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𝗮𝘁 𝗞𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗽𝗼𝗸𝗽𝗶, 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗽𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗻 𝗝𝗮𝗻 𝟯𝗿𝗱, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱
𝗨𝗥𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗡𝗘𝗘𝗗𝗘𝗗‼️#KukiZo mob have stormed and are attacking the SP office in #Kangpokpi right now, throwing stones and… pic.twitter.com/JOm4MQT922— Bikramjit Kangabam (@BikramjitMK) January 3, 2025
The violence comes in the wake of Chief Minister N Biren Singh’s public apology for the ethnic unrest between the Meitei and Kuki communities, which has been ongoing since May 2023. Singh urged the people of the state to “forgive and forget” and reaffirmed his commitment to restoring peace. The conflict, which revolves around quotas and economic issues, has led to over 200 deaths and displaced thousands.
Kangpokpi district, located in the Kuki-Mizo region, is known for its cultural diversity, scenic landscapes, and historical significance. It is predominantly inhabited by the Kuki tribe and other ethnic communities, with Kangpokpi town serving as the key administrative and commercial hub.
Geographically, the district is blessed with natural beauty, including rolling hills, lush forests, and rivers, making it an appealing eco-tourism destination. It is also home to wildlife sanctuaries and biodiversity hotspots. Additionally, Kangpokpi’s strategic location near the Myanmar border places it at the center of trade and cultural exchanges between India and Southeast Asia, though this proximity has also facilitated drug and arms smuggling.
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Violence erupted in Kangpokpi town, Manipur, on Friday when a group attacked the Deputy Commissioner’s office, injuring a police official. The unrest follows ongoing tensions in the Kuki-dominated district, exacerbated by protests and clashes. Chief Minister N Biren Singh’s recent apology for the ethnic conflict between the Meitei and Kuki communities, which has claimed over 200 lives, highlights the fragile peace in the region.
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A fresh wave of violence hit Kangpokpi town as a group of people attacked the Deputy Commissioner’s office, injuring a police official. The incident follows protests by Kuki women against security force deployments in the region. The ethnic violence between the Meitei and Kuki communities, which has ravaged Manipur since May 2023, continues to disrupt peace efforts.
