Abandoned Meitei Houses Set Abalze in Manipur's Imphal West- Kangpokpi Border

Abandoned Meitei Houses Set Abalze in Manipur's Imphal West- Kangpokpi Border Fresh ethnic tensions flared in Manipur after three abandoned Meitei houses were set on fire near the Kanto Sabal area, a sensitive zone stretching along Imphal West. Following the incident, a massive crowd gathered in the area, forcing security forces to launch a major containment operation to prevent a direct communal clash. The arson took place around 12:30 PM at the Ex-Servicemen Colony in Kanto Sabal. Local residents, many of whom were working in nearby paddy fields, noticed thick plumes of smoke rising from the structures. The targeted houses had been vacant since their occupants fled during the initial outbreak of ethnic violence in May 2023. Following the arson, a tense situation unfolded as a mob of approximately 600 people attempted to advance toward Kanto Sabal. Anticipating a major escalation, joint teams of the Indian Army, central paramilitary forces, and Manipur Police swiftly formed a defensive perimeter. To disperse the advancing crowd and separate local factions attempting to march toward the site, security personnel resorted to firing tear gas. The abandoned houses of the Meitei community were allegedly set ablaze by Kuki militants. A case has been registered in connection with the incident, and a further investigation is underway. Security forces reiterated their commitment to maintaining peace, law, and order in the state. #manipur #manipurnews #manipurviolence #imphal #breakingnews #republictv Watch More ➡️ Videos On:    / @republicdefence   Visit Now ➡️ Full Story On: https://www.republicworld.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Republic TV is India's no.1 English news channel since its launch. Watch Republic YouTube Channel to get all the breaking news updates, LIVE news, videos and perspectives from Republic Media Network's battery of reporters, anchors, and producers spread across India and the world. Watch Republic for Arnab Goswami's most watched debates. Republic TV makes news accessible at all times and across devices. At Republic, we keep you updated with up-to-the-minute news on the world of politics, sports, entertainment, business, defense, science, health, lifestyle, gadgets, and much more. We believe in Breaking the story and Breaking the Silence. But most importantly, for us ‘You Are Republic, We Are Your Voice.’ 🌟 Don’t just watch the news—LIVE IT with Republic! From the big headlines to behind-the-scenes moments, follow us everywhere: 🌐 Website: www.republicworld.com 👍 Facebook:   / republicworld   🐦 Twitter:   / republic   📸 Instagram:   / republicworld   📢 Telegram: https://t.me/RepublicLive 📱 WhatsApp Channels: 💬 Digital: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaAL... 💬 World: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va1w... Disclaimer: Republic Media Network may provide content through third-party websites, operating systems, platforms, and portals (‘Third-Party Platforms’). Republic does not control and has no liability for Third-Party Platforms, including content hosted, advertisements, security, functionality, operation, or availability.