Suspected Kuki militants target army post in Manipur

Guwahati: Violence continued in Manipur as suspected Kuki militants opened fire near Phouljang and Gothol, targeting an Army post in Phougakchao Awang Leikai. The incident occurred late on Wednesday night.

Manipur Police posted on X, "On March 25, 2026, at approximately 11:40 pm, suspected armed Kuki militants opened fire in the general area of Phouljang/Gothol, directing their fire towards an Indian Army post in Phougakchao Awang Leikai."

The police further said, "The Indian Army and the Central Reserve Police Force (58th Battalion), deployed in the area, responded swiftly by returning fire towards the source, resulting in an exchange that lasted approximately 30 minutes. From the early hours of March 26, 2026, a combined operation was launched by the Indian Army, CRPF, Manipur Police, and the Indian Reserve Battalion (IRB) in the general area where the firing took place, as well as in the adjoining hill areas. The situation continues to be closely monitored, and security forces will continue operations in the surrounding hill areas. Civilians are requested to refrain from spreading rumours and to verify information before sharing."