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Crime
Militant firing in Manipur's Senapati district raises death toll to three
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 27 Sep 2026, 02:36 PM
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A militant shooting in Senapati, Manipur, has claimed three lives after an injured victim succumbed in hospital.
A gun‑fire incident attributed to militants erupted in Senapati, a district of Manipur, leaving several people wounded. Local officials confirmed that the attack was carried out by armed assailants, but no group claimed responsibility publicly.
Initial reports indicated two fatalities on the spot. A third victim, who was critically injured, was rushed to a nearby hospital where he later died, bringing the death toll to three.
Security forces have cordoned off the area and launched an investigation to identify the perpetrators and prevent further violence. The incident underscores the persistent security challenges in parts of Manipur.
Initial reports indicated two fatalities on the spot. A third victim, who was critically injured, was rushed to a nearby hospital where he later died, bringing the death toll to three.
Security forces have cordoned off the area and launched an investigation to identify the perpetrators and prevent further violence. The incident underscores the persistent security challenges in parts of Manipur.