Koutruk fired upon
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, January 16 2024:
Koutruk, a village in Imphal West, has been bombarded by Kuki militants yet again today at around 12.20 pm.
Reportedly, the attack was carried out from the hill range near Bathel, a Kuki village using sophisticated weapons.
There is no report of injury during the attack.
A gunfight ensued after the village volunteers retaliated using license guns and the exchange of fire lasted for about two hours.
Villagers, mostly women, elders and children of Koutruk village have been evacuated to safe places.
The gunfight ended after the Central and State forces rushed to the site but the situation reportedly is still tense .
Tight security measures have been taken up at Koutruk areas.