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One Dead in Encounter Between 'Kuki Militants' & Security Forces in Manipur

Five other security personnel were wounded in the incident.

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Video Producer: Aparna Singh

Video Editor: Prajjwal Kumar

An encounter broke out between 'Kuki militants' and state security forces in Tronglaobi Makha Liekai in Manipur's Bishnupur district on Thursday, 11 May.

Casualties: The intense gunfight that lasted for several hours claimed the life of one security personnel, identified as Hiesnam Jiten Singh.

  • Five other security personnel were wounded in the incident.

  • The injured sepoys were immediately rushed to a hospital and are undergoing medical treatment

  • The deceased soldier's body has been sent for post-mortem

  • Two Kuki militants also reportedly sustained injuries in the shoot-out

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