Violence began after an alleged assault on a Tangkhul Naga man on Saturday, and a planned customary meeting to resolve the issue did not take place. Pics/PTI
Smoke and flames billow from residential houses at Litan Sareikhong as tensions escalated following the earlier assault on the Tangkhul Naga community member, which later snowballed into wider clashes
Charred vehicles and burnt structures bear testimony to the overnight violence, with officials confirming that at least 21 houses were gutted during the unrest
Residents flee the hill village carrying essential belongings amid reports of gunfire in the area, taking shelter in safer locations in neighbouring Kangpokpi district
Security personnel conduct foot patrols and guard sensitive points in Ukhrul district after prohibitory orders were imposed to prevent further clashes between the Tangkhul Naga and Kuki communities
Deputy Chief Minister L Dikho visits the violence-hit areas and holds meetings with Tangkhul Naga and Kuki village heads, stressing that the incident was triggered by a few individuals and should not escalate into communal tension
As security remains heightened, the Manipur government appeals for restraint, with Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh saying the situation is under control and urging all communities to maintain peace and harmony
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