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After deadly strike on Imphal-Ukhrul road, Khamsom Village fired upon
Source: The Sangai Express / Ukhrul Times

Senapati/Ukhrul, November 14 2026: Suspected Kuki armed militants reportedly opened fire towards Khamsom village, a Poumai Naga settlement in Senapati district, at around 5.30 pm on Saturday, triggering panic among villagers.

According to reliable local sources, the armed men allegedly fired towards an agricultural area belonging to Khamsom villagers using automatic rifles.

Villagers have also raised concerns over the alleged movement of additional armed militants towards the border area.

According to local sources, villagers reportedly sighted Kuki vehicles allegedly transporting armed cadres towards the area, raising fears of further escalation.

After deadly strike on Imphal-Ukhrul road, Khamsom Village fired upon

"Kukis are now bringing more militants to our border.

Villagers have seen Kuki vehicles transporting their militants.

We need backup and reinforcement immediately," a local source said.

Khamsom village is located along the border of Senapati district, adjoining Saikul subdivision of Kangpokpi district, with Ukhrul district on the other side.

There were no reports of casualties at the time of filing this report.

However, villagers remained apprehensive following the sound of gunfire and concerns over the reported movement of armed personnel.

Local residents have called for the immediate deployment of additional security forces and reinforcement in the area to prevent further escalation and ensure the safety of civilians.

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