Killings spark fury: Manipur cries out for justice over Tronglaobi bombing, CRPF firing
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, April 10 2026: Horror and outrage gripped Manipur after a midnight bomb attack in Tronglaobi Awang Leikai, Bishnupur district, slaughtered two sleeping toddlers and critically wounded their mother.

The assault, around 1 am on April 7 under Moirang Police Station jurisdiction, killed five-month-old Oinam Yaisana and her five-year-old brother Oinam Tomthin while they slept, leaving their mother, Oinam Ongbi Binita Devi (35), critically injured.

The tragedy, worsened by alleged CRPF firing on protesters that led to more civilian deaths, has sparked outrage, with organisations demanding justice, accountability, and an end to Manipur's ethnic violence.

Multiple groups condemned "Kuki militants", security lapses, and Government inaction, as vigils honoured the victims.

Killings spark fury: Manipur cries out for justice over Tronglaobi bombing, CRPF firing

Kabui Union, Manipur

The Kabui Union, Manipur (KUM) issued a scathing press release, strongly condemning the "terrorist crimes" by Chin Kuki Zo individuals and questioning the Prime Minister and Union Home Minister's silence.

"Are the indigenous people of the region not considered citizens of India, or do political elections hold more importance than their lives?" it asked, expressing deep sorrow over the toddlers' killing and their mother's severe injuries.

Labeling the acts "more brutal than war crimes", KUM accused the Government of failing to contain these "terrorists", leading to civilian deaths.

The Union questioned if the BJP Government's alleged strengthening of these groups, after being supported by the previous Congress Government, is a deliberate attempt to erase Manipur's indigenous people and dismantle the State's integrity.

The Union also expressed disapproval of certain organisations in the Senapati district for celebrating the Chief Minister while the public is grieving the deaths of the children and demanding justice.

KUM also spotlighted ongoing Kuki group actions, like blocking National Highways and restricting movement in Ukhrul district, urging recognition of Manipur's dire reality, KUM extended heartfelt condolences to the families of the two children and the four individuals killed in the alleged security forces' firing on protesters.

KAPECON

The Kanglei People's Confederation (KAPECON) has expressed outrage over the Tronglaobi bombing of innocents, branding perpetrators "Kuki addicts", "outsiders", and "individuals lacking humanity" bent on fracturing the State.

In a press release, KAPECON criticized the Central Forces for allegedly shooting and killing three protestors, instead of apprehending the actual murderers.

The organisation noted that despite numerous killings by Kuki militants in various areas, no arrests have been made to date, leading to questions about whether the Indian Government is supporting the killers.

It also slammed the lack of law and order in Kuki-dominated areas, questioned the role of Manipur Police and district administrations, and alleged that the ITLF operates as an agent in Churachandpur.

KAPECON demanded the new Government halt talks with killers, take decisive action, pressure New Delhi to dismantle drug smugglers and armed militants tied to narcotics, and unite all Civil Society Organisations in a long-term movement to halt the violence cycle.

NONGPAL

The Nongpok Pana Apunba Lup (NONGPAL) organised a condolence meeting on Thursday night at the North Eastern Youth Development Organisation (NEYDO) Community Hall in Kongpal Iranpham Thongkhong.

Meira Paibis and locals thronged the venue, demanding swift justice for the victims, voicing outrage over security forces' failure to protect lives, and vowing to safeguard their indigenous identity.

NONGPAL president Laishram Vivekananda addressed the crowd, noting that while the conflict that began on May 3, 2023, seemed to be calming down, the recent violence in Tronglaobi was a tragic turn of events.

He slammed the brutal killing of two innocent children in their sleep as "the most heinous act", demanding the Government immediately arrest the militants and take stem action against CRPF personnel who shot three civilians.

Vivekananda urged the State Government to assert authority, restore peace before more intense public movements erupt, and prevent further tragedy.

Majorkhul Kabui Mathenmei

The Majorkhul Kabui Mathenmei has strongly denounced the Tronglaobi bombing as "terrorism, barbaric and cowardly", demanding immediate arrest and punishment for those responsible.

The organisation also slammed the Central Forces' excessive firing on protesters, which left three dead and many injured, urging authorities to swiftly apprehend the perpetrators.

Candlelight vigil lights path to justice

Imphal city was shrouded in grief and outrage on Friday night, as two candlelight vigils were held to mourn recent violence victims and demand accountability.

At Thangmeiband Kabrabam Leikai Lane 2, the United Volunteers Association (UVA), Women Wing led a somber gathering of children and locals.

Flickering candles symbolized lost innocence as participants mourned two toddlers from Tronglaobi and three civilians allegedly killed in CRPF firing.

Voices rose in unison, transforming public sorrow into calls for justice.

In a parallel event at Uripok Canteen Comer, the Uripok Apunba Lup and Uripok Nupi Apunba Lup protested violence attributed to Kuki militants.

Protesters lit candles in solidarity, chanting "Down with Kuki Terrorists" and "Long Live Manipur" to voice anguish and demand security.

Organisers condemned the attacks, vowing to unite for Manipur's integrity, peace, and communal harmony.