Imphal. Extremism is raising its head again in Manipur. According to the latest information, Kuki militants attacked CRPF at midnight on Friday. The attack continued till 2.15 am. CRPF soldiers fought fiercely against the Kuki militants, but during this, two soldiers were martyred.
According to information received from the police, CRPF soldiers were posted in Naransena in Bishnupur district of Manipur. The 128th battalion of CRPF has been deployed here for security. Even before this, Kuki militants have attacked central forces and army personnel many times. Apart from the attack on CRPF, there are also reports that Kuki militants opened fire on each other in Kangpokpi, Ukhrul and Imphal East districts. 2 people lost their lives in the firing between Kuki groups. Earlier, incidents of firing had taken place for several days in Heirock and Tengnopal of Thoubal district of Manipur. This also led to violence in Moirangpurel.
There is continuous violence in Manipur since 2023. Earlier, incidents of violence were being seen here on a daily basis, but after increasing the number of security forces by the Central and State Governments, the incidents have reduced. Still, till now no success has been achieved in completely eliminating the Kuki militants. There is a longstanding tension between the Kuki and Meitei communities in Manipur. Manipur is ruled by BJP and the opposition keeps targeting the incidents of violence there. At the same time, the Central Government and Manipur CM N. Biren Singh has always said that strict action is being taken against incidents of violence.