Imphal: A fresh attack has reportedly been launched against villagers from Langka Naga village, also known as Taniuluang, in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district, leaving two Naga villagers seriously injured, according to local reports.
The attack took place at around 7:30 am on Friday, August 14, as Nagas observe Naga Independence Day.
According to local sources, around 50 armed men, allegedly belonging to Kuki militant groups, attacked the Liangmai Naga village with sophisticated weapons. Local accounts alleged that the operation was led by Jangboi Kipgen of the Kuki National Front (KNF), along with cadres of the Kuki Revolutionary Army (KRA). The allegations have not been independently verified.
The latest incident comes less than two months after an armed confrontation at Langka on June 13, when suspected KNF(P) and KNF(N) cadres reportedly attacked the village, triggering an exchange of fire with Naga village volunteers. One Kuki militant was reported killed and two others injured.
Concerns over attacks on Liangmai Naga villages have also grown following an arson attack at Tokpa Liangmai Naga village, where officials said at least nine (9) houses were burnt after armed men allegedly opened fire and set the structures ablaze. The Liangmai Naga Council claimed that 10 houses and a church were destroyed and demanded the arrest and prosecution of those responsible.
Friday’s attack has renewed concerns over the security of Naga villages along the Imphal–Tamei (IT) Road and surrounding areas.
UPDATE: 14th August 2026 at 9:59AM:
According to local sources, two unarmed Naga villagers have reportedly been killed and three others seriously injured in the attack.
The attackers, who were reportedly heavily armed with sophisticated weapons and had come prepared for the operation, carried out the planned ambush before withdrawing from the area, leaving the village in the aftermath of the attack.
UPDATE: 14 August 2026 at 11:28AM:
Local sources have identified one of the victims as Wiriliangbou Chawang, age 35, a native of Langka Village, who was reportedly shot dead at the scene.
Three others from Langka Naga village were injured in the attack:
- Kawidinang Abonmai, 54 - abdominal injury
- Namthiulungbou Prinmai, 45 - groin injury
- Maliangjinang Abonmai, 50 - injuries to the chest and arm
According to local accounts, the attackers were allegedly Kuki militants affiliated with KNF(P), led by Jangboi Kipgen, who reportedly coordinated the operation through the night before the attack in the early hours of Friday.
The incident has drawn condemnation from local Naga sources, who said the attack occurred as the community was preparing to observe Independence Day.
UPDATE: 14th August at 1:29PM
Mr. Kawidinang Abonmai, 54, who sustained abdominal injuries in the attack, has also succumbed to his injuries while being transported for medical care, according to local sources.
This is a developing story.
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