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Three killed in militant clash in Manipur's Noney district
A gunfight between rival militant groups has claimed three lives in Manipur's Noney district. The violence also saw a passenger vehicle targeted in a separate incident in the state's Ukhrul district.
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Three people were killed in an armed confrontation between suspected cadres of the NSCN-IM and ZUF-J in Manipur's Noney district, according to reports on Wednesday. The gunfight between the rival groups underscores the volatile security situation in the insurgency-affected northeastern state.
Details regarding the exact location and circumstances of the clash remained sparse. However, security forces and local authorities have heightened vigilance in the affected areas following the incident.
In a related development, a passenger vehicle came under fire in Ukhrul district, though no casualties were immediately reported from that incident. The shooting underscores the security challenges persisting across multiple districts in Manipur.
The NSCN-IM (National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah) and ZUF-J (Zomi Unification Front-J) are among various militant organizations operating in the region. Tensions between rival groups frequently escalate into armed clashes, affecting civilian life in border areas of the state.
Authorities have appealed to residents to exercise caution and report any suspicious activity to local law enforcement agencies.