Protests continue against Nongshum incident
Source: The Sangai Express
Thoubal, October 21 2026:
Protest demonstrations continue against the killing of three innocent Meitei civilians who had gone to collect firewood at Khongbal Sunurok Uyok hill range, Imphal East under Sagolmang police station on October 19, 2026 .
Several organizations have vehemently condemned the incident which claimed the lives of three civilians and left others grievously injured.
Enraged over the incident, a large number of women staged a sit-in protest at Thoubal Kiyam Siphai Babu Bazar today organised by the Joint Meitei Co-Ordinating committee, Kiyam Siphai Waithou.
Speaking in connection with the protest, Pebam Indrani, secretary women wing of the committee reacted strongly against the Manipur crisis resulting in the prevailing unrest in the State.
She stressed that the ongoing crisis which erupted in 2023 has claimed the lives of several innocent civilians and many are missing whose whereabouts remain untraceable.
However, the Government has failed terribly in resolving the crisis and in curbing the violence, she resented.
In view of the immense suffering inflicted upon the civilians, she demanded the incumbent Government should step down which has failed to protect its people and facilitate measures to restore peace and normalcy.
Demanding justice for Nongshum killings, Wangjing, Lamding, Kairembikhok Apunba Nupi Lup also organised a sit-in protest today at Wangjing Lamding Bazar by blocking half of the National Highway.
The protesters demanded swift justice for the Nongshum victims.
During the protest, placards which read 'Justice for Nongshum', 'Manipur is Burning, Government is Sleeping', 'Save Manipur', 'We have the right to live' and shouted similar slogans.
One of the protesters named Laishram Santi while speaking in connection with the protest, strongly condemned the Government's wilful indifference towards the suffering of the people caused by the prevailing unrest in the State.
In view of the immense pain and suffering inflicted on the people of Manipur due to the crisis, she urged the Government to expedite measures to resolve the crisis and restore peace.
Meanwhile, All Thoubal District United Club's Organisation (ATDUCO) in a condemnation statement, has come out strongly against the brutal killing of three Meitei civilians and injuring three others at Nungshum, Khamenlok-Khonghal Sunurok Hill Ranges on October 19, 2026 .
'We condemn this barbaric and inhumane act in the strongest possible terms.
The killing of innocent civilians who were reportedly engaged in collecting firewood is an appalling violation of the fundamental right to life, human dignity, and the basic principles of humanity.
No individual or group has the moral justification to inflict such violence upon unarmed civilians.
Such an attack cannot be justified under any circumstances and must not be allowed to become another forgotten tragedy', it said.
ATDUCO also extended condolences to the bereaved families who have lost their beloved members in this devastating incident and wished the injured a speedy recovery.
The organisation urged the competent authorities, security agencies, and the Government to take immediate, impartial and decisive actions to identify those responsible, investigate the incident thoroughly, and bring the perpetrators to justice in accordance with the law.
It further demanded adequate security measures in vulnerable areas to prevent the recurrence of such tragic incidents and to protect the lives and properties of innocent civilians.
ATDUCO also raised key demands which includes strengthened security arrangements in and around Nungshum, Khamenlok-Khongbal Sunurok Hill Ranges and other vulnerable areas to prevent further attacks, provide adequate medical care and assistance for the injured, together with appropriate support and relief for the bereaved families and effective measures to protect civilians and ensure that no innocent person is exposed to such violence while carrying out ordinary livelihood activities.
The organisation also appealed to the public to remain calm, united, and vigilant, and to pursue justice through lawful and peaceful means.
Heirok Apunba Club and Heirok Apunba Meirapaibi in a joint press release strongly condemned the Nongshum incident and urged the Government to book the perpetrators and award exemplary punishment.
Both the organisation also assured to extend full support to the demonstrations to be taken up for the justice of Nongshum killings and extended condolences to the bereaved family members and shared their pain and loss.
Notably, the Sports Development Authority (SDA), Sora called for peace and unity among the various communities in the crisis-stricken Manipur.
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