JUNE 15, 2026 (IMP): At least one suspected Kuki militant is feared dead, and three Kuki youths sustained bullet injuries and were rushed to RIMS in Imphal this morning following a reported gunfight between two tribal groups.
Reports, yet to be confirmed, say that a KRA commander from Changoubung village in Kangpokpi, identified as Jamkhongam alias Romeo Hangsing, died in the reported gunfight, while one of his companions is also feared dead.
The three injured, who have now been rushed to RIMS for treatment, have been identified as Genzenmang Veiphei (18) from Mission Veng, Paogouvial Chonglai (18) of P. Moulding village, and Lunliandan Veiphei (20).
Reports say the gunfight occurred this morning between Langka Naga Village and Leilon Vaiphei Village in Kangpokpi.
All three victims are currently under medical care at RIMS and were brought there after receiving initial treatment from Army medics. Further details regarding the circumstances of the incident remain unclear at the time of filing this report.
