Imphal: Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh chaired a high-level review meeting with the Chief Secretary, DGP, and Security Adviser on Friday, marking the first such deliberation at the new Secretariat.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the Chief Minister wrote, “Held comprehensive discussions on key aspects of administration and governance, with a clear focus on strengthening peace, ensuring stability, and accelerating inclusive development in Manipur. Reiterated our collective commitment to responsive governance and the welfare of every citizen.”
This follows a message sent on Friday by Nellenthang Tellen, Secretary to the Chief Minister of Manipur, to Henlianthang Thanglet, Chairman of the Kuki Zo Council.
The message stated that the Chief Minister intends to hold a meeting with Thanglet and other members on January 21 in Guwahati to discuss matters related to restoring peace and normalcy in Manipur.
The proposed meeting comes at a time when a fresh gunfight was reported from New Kaiphundai village in Tousem subdivision, under Tousem Police Station in Tamenglong district, along NH-37 on Friday morning around 8:30 AM.
Sources said the gunfire, allegedly between the Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF) and the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) groups, lasted for hours, creating fear and panic among villagers. Several videos shared on social media showed them fleeing to safer areas.
Another incident involving about 10 rounds of gunfire was reported in the Uyokching hill ranges, located on the border of Kangpokpi and Imphal East districts.
Suspected Kuki militants reportedly opened fire on Meitei villagers working at the Uyokching foothills around 9 AM on Friday.
Furthermore, intermittent gunfire between Kuki and Naga groups in Sinakeithei, Ukhrul district, continued from Thursday afternoon until 3 PM on Friday.
Reports indicate that Kuki militants allegedly fired five Rocket-Propelled Grenades (RPGs) during the attack on the village.
Despite the fresh violence occurring at multiple locations, official reports stated that no casualties have been reported so far.