The attack appeared to have stemmed from a sharp rift between the Kuki National Front-Presidential group (KNF-P) and the KNA-B over territorial dominance along the international border.
UNC said the mortal remains of the six hostages would not be received unless its demands were addressed and justice was done for the families of the victims by the Governments of Manipur and India.
Ashish Das is set to take on a new role as Joint Secretary (Home), and Uppuluri Chaitanya will take over the responsibilities of the Ukhrul Deputy Commissioner.
Eyewitness accounts and reliable sources confirm that six Naga civilians — including two pastors — remain in Kuki custody after the abduction of 18 people at Leilon Vaiphei on 13 May 2026.
The Directorate of Information and Public Relations (DIPR), Government of Manipur, launched the official Facebook page “DIPR Manipur Fact Check” alongside a one-day awareness...