Manipur Tragedy: Militant Attack Leaves Three Dead, Sparks Outrage
A suspected militant attack in Manipur's Kangpokpi district has left three dead, including a prominent church leader, and injured four others. The state government is providing medical care to the injured, condemning the violence as a threat to peace. A local organization denies involvement, and community groups call for calm.
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In a tragic incident on Wednesday, three individuals were killed and four others wounded in an attack by suspected militants in Manipur's Kangpokpi district, police have confirmed.
The victims, including respected church leader Reverend V Sitlhour, were targeted while returning from a religious event, prompting widespread condemnation and a call for unity from state officials.
The state government, led by Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh, has committed to covering medical expenses for the injured. An immediate shutdown ensued in the district as tensions ran high among locals, with organizations denying responsibility and urging restraint.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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