O Surjakumar calls for peace, urges public not to fall prey to rumours
Source: The Sangai Express

Thoubal, October 20 2026: Okram Surjakumar, MLA of Khangabok Assembly Constituency urged all to facilitate normalcy through peace talks and not to fall prey to rumours and false propagandas circulating in social media.

He made the appeal in view of the prevailing tension after the unfortunate violent incident during a musical event which was organised by the CYSA Khangabok in connection with a football final match on the night of October 18 .

The MLA also extended solidarity to the bereaved family members by visiting them during the protest held in front of SP Thoubal Office today and shared their pain and loss.

Later he visited the incident site and took stock of the situation at Sangaiyumpham and Khangabok and met with the JAC members from both sides.

Speaking in connection with his visit, O Surjakumar termed the incident as really unfortunate and stressed the need to foster peace and harmony by holding talks so as not to aggravate the situation.

He called for restoration of peace and normalcy through collective efforts from both sides by forming a peace committee.

The MLA also assured to extend all possible help from his end to apprehend the perpetrators responsible for the killing of Laishram Rajesh a nd sought help from all for the cause.

Meanwhile, social worker Thokchom Jadumani and VEDSCO president N Doren also visited the violence site and took stock of the situation.

They met with the affected families of Sangaiyumpham arid Khangabok and heard their issues and concerns.

They were accompanied by MSPDCL Thoubal DGM Khudrakpam Sanjit and linemen to repair the damaged electric lines during the violence.

It may be noted that 26 year old Laishram Rakesh was killed and several houses, shops and vehicles were burnt during the violent incident.

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