Manipur encounter: Security forces kill 4 UKNA militants in fierce firefight

Churachandpur (The Uttam Hindu) : Security forces in Manipur's Churachandpur district killed four militants belonging to the banned organization United Kuki National Army (UKNA) in a joint search operation conducted early in the morning. The operation began around 5:30 am near Khanpi village. During the encounter, three militants were killed in the first phase, while the death of one more was confirmed later. Some militants managed to escape, and a combing operation is underway to trace them.

Security forces received information about the presence of militants near Khanpi village. A search operation was launched in the area at 5:30 am. Three militants were killed in an exchange of fire between security forces and militants. As part of efforts to establish peace in Manipur, several Kuki and Zomi militant groups signed agreements with the central and state governments, but UKNA was not included in this list.

A senior officer stated that firing had commenced between security forces and militants. During the exchange of fire, several militants were injured, and four died on the spot. However, several militants managed to escape during the exchange of fire. Following the encounter, the army issued a statement detailing the incident. A search operation is still underway in the area to locate the militants who fled the scene.