Imphal: Manoj Prabhakar, the Superintendent of Police (SP) of Kangpokpi district, was injured along with several others after a violent attack on the SP office on Friday evening by a mob, including armed Kuki militants.
The attack involved a large group led by the Committee on Tribal Unity (CoTU), an organization formed after ethnic clashes erupted in May 2023. The mob protested against the deployment of Central security forces in Saibol, an area that has witnessed intense gunfights and bombings since December 2024.
To disperse the mob, security forces used appropriate measures, bringing the situation under control, according to a statement from the Manipur Police.
During the confrontation, SP Prabhakar sustained a head injury, and several vehicles were damaged. He was provided immediate medical attention and is reported to be out of danger.
Notably, during the chaos, a significant number of youth carrying sophisticated weapons were seen among the crowd. The scene bore a striking resemblance to the initial outbreak of violence in Churachandpur, where armed Kuki youth reportedly rallied through the streets and attacked Meitei communities.
