Security forces thwart clashes in Manipur's Kangpokpi district
The Hindu
Two armed groups come face to face in Manipur’s Kangpokpi, security forces deescalate the situation
Security forces thwarted clashes in Manipur's Kangpokpi district where two armed groups gathered and fired a few rounds, sources said on Thursday, July 6, 2023.
The incident happened around 3.40 pm on Wednesday, July 5, 2023, near Phaileng village, they said.
Armed groups from Mapao and Awang Sekmai areas gathered in the area, escalating the tensions, they added.
A few rounds were fired, but soon personnel of the Assam Rifles reached the area and brought the situation under control.
Sources said women, however, blocked the roads to prevent the forces from reaching the area.
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