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Crime
Kuki woman killed and houses set ablaze in Kamjong, Manipur amid fresh violence
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🗓 10 Oct 2026, 03:47 PM
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A Kuki woman was found dead and several homes were burnt as fresh violence erupted in Kamjong, Manipur.
A Kuki woman was found dead and multiple houses were set on fire in the town of Kamjong, Manipur, as fresh violence broke out in the area. Local sources said the woman was discovered after the flames engulfed her residence, and the blaze quickly spread to nearby homes.
Police and security forces arrived at the scene shortly after the incident was reported. They have cordoned off the affected neighbourhood and are conducting an investigation to identify the perpetrators and the motive behind the attack.
The incident adds to a series of recent ethnic clashes in Manipur, where tensions between different community groups have periodically escalated into violent confrontations. Authorities have urged calm and promised to restore order.
No additional casualties have been confirmed so far, and relief efforts are underway for families whose houses were damaged.
Police and security forces arrived at the scene shortly after the incident was reported. They have cordoned off the affected neighbourhood and are conducting an investigation to identify the perpetrators and the motive behind the attack.
The incident adds to a series of recent ethnic clashes in Manipur, where tensions between different community groups have periodically escalated into violent confrontations. Authorities have urged calm and promised to restore order.
No additional casualties have been confirmed so far, and relief efforts are underway for families whose houses were damaged.