Slain firewood collectors laid to rest
Source: Chronicle News Service
Bishnupur, January 16 2024:
After claiming their bodies from RIMS morgue, the mortal remains of the four villagers of Terakhong Akashoi, who were found brutally murdered by suspected Kuki militants at Haotak Phailen after they went to collect firewood, were laid to rest on Tuesday.
The final rites Oinam Romen Meitei (38), Ahanthem Dara Meitei (55), Thoudam Ibomcha Meitei (51) and his son Anand (20) were performed at Wangoo Terakhong Makha Leikai Akashoi after the JAC formed in connection with murder incident reached an understanding with the government.
It may be mentioned that Ibomcha, Anand and Romen were found murdered on January 11 by a search party comprising village volunteers, state and central forces while that Dara was recovered on January 13 .