Saitu: INC candidate accused of beating a family
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, November 04 2020:
Congress candidate of the bye-election to Saitu Assembly Constituency, Dr Lamtinthang Haokip has been accused of beating Khaithang Haokip, chief of Kholep, Kangpokpi and his family members.
In a video message made available to the media, Mercy, daughter of the village chief, alleged that the INC candidate along with his three brothers and security personnel came to their house on Monday at around 10.30 pm and struck at them.
"Apart from beating us, they also damaged our properties, "she claimed, adding that they were attacked for supporting a BJP candidate.
It may be mentioned that the vacant Saitu Assembly seat would be contested by ex MLA, Ngamthang Haokip on BJP ticket and Dr Lamtinthang Haokip on Congress ticket.