Ukhrul, April 24: The Mulam Village Authority in Manipur’s Ukhrul district has alleged that the Kuki village came under a full-scale armed attack early on April 24, reportedly by suspected Tangkhul militants.
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| Smoke rises from Mulam village in Ukhrul district after houses were reportedly set ablaze during an early morning attack. |
According to a statement issued by the village authority, a blank shot was first heard around 1:00 AM near the village. However, at about 5:30 AM, the situation escalated into what villagers described as an unprovoked and premeditated assault involving heavy and indiscriminate firing along with the burning of several houses.
The statement said that two severely injured individuals have been rescued, while there are reports of additional injuries and one unverified fatality.
The village authority described the incident as a serious escalation of violence, stating that previous incidents had already heightened tensions in the area.
It also referred to earlier incidents in recent days. On April 19, armed militants allegedly entered the village area and fired blank shots at farmers, creating panic. Later that day, when village youths approached the group for clarification, they were reportedly met with gunfire, although no casualties were reported. Another firing incident targeting farmers was also reported on April 21, further increasing fear among residents.
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The Mulam Village Authority stated that these repeated incidents have created an atmosphere of intimidation and disruption of daily life. It said the community had exercised restraint and hoped for a peaceful resolution despite the rising tensions.
The authority further said it had issued urgent warnings to authorities in nearby areas, including Toungou and Sirarikhong, urging intervention to prevent escalation. However, it claimed that the appeals had gone unheeded.
Calling for immediate action, the statement urged the government to intervene promptly, warning that any further delay could put innocent lives at risk.
