Four Naga civilians killed in Manipur ambush
Four Naga civilians were killed and one was injured in an ambush by unidentified gunmen in Manipur's Kangpokpi district. The attack occurred amid ongoing government efforts to restore peace and reopen key transport routes in the conflict-affected state.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the persistent ethnic tensions and security challenges in Manipur, threatening the stability of the region and the success of state-led peace initiatives.
Unidentified gunmen on Thursday (August 27, 2026) ambushed travellers on a village road, killing four Naga civilians.
The incident occurred around 8.30 a.m. between Makui Ashang and Thanamba Naga villages in the Kuki-majority Kangpokpi district.
Preliminary reports said the gunmen fired upon at least six people who were travelling from Makui to Senapati, a Naga-majority district. Details of the attack were awaited.
According to the villagers, the deceased were identified as Tadsongbou Ringkangmai, Mariakdibou Wijunamai, Anil Wijunamai, and Wisobou Charenamai.
While Gaikamang Ringkangmai was injured, one Japou M.K. was reported missing.
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