NSCN(IM)-ZUF exchange fire
Source: Hueiyen News Service
Imphal, February 04 2014:
A fierce gun-battle broke out between NSCN-IM and combined rebels of NSCN-K and ZUF at Oinamlong village in Tamenglong district on Tuesday.
Police report that the gun-battle broke out at about 10.10 am.
However, casualty on either side could not be confirmed.
Oinamlong village is located under Tousem Police Station in Tamenglong, about 156 km from here.
Although the area, where the armed rebels of the three tribal outfits fought, falls under Tousem Police Station, Nungba Police has registered a case over the incident since the area is located closer to it, the police said.
Oinamlong is located about 60 km west of Nungba Police Station.
Police report further said the Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF) and NSCN-K formed one side in the gunbattle while NSCN-IM on the other.
Assam Rifles and CRPF personnel posted nearby the area have been alerted following the gunbattle.
Local sources said that following the renewed clash, fear has gripped the people of Oinamlong and its surrounded areas.
Leaving behind their home and hearth, some of the villagers are taking shelter at the community hall while others are staying in groups.