New Delhi: In a distressing development from Manipur, a terrorist attack has rocked the region once again, resulting in the tragic loss of two Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) soldiers. The incident, which occurred in the Naransena area, marks another grim chapter in the prolonged period of unrest plaguing the state.
The martyred soldiers, both belonging to the 128th Battalion, fell victim to the ambush orchestrated by Kuki militants. Manipur Police disclosed that the attack unfolded between midnight and 2:15 am, further underscoring the vulnerability of security forces in the volatile region.
The 128th battalion of CRPF, stationed in the Naransena area of Bishnupur district, found themselves targeted amidst the simmering tensions between the Meitei and Kuki communities. This attack serves as a stark reminder of the persistent strife that has engulfed Manipur for nearly a year, with sporadic outbreaks of violence becoming distressingly commonplace.
Just three days prior, reports surfaced of a skirmish between rival factions in Awang Sekmai and neighboring Luwangsangol villages in western Imphal. Gunfire echoed through the villages as tensions escalated, though fortunately, no casualties were reported. Nonetheless, the incident prompted authorities to deploy additional security personnel to restore calm in the area.
The scale of the violence in Manipur is staggering, with over 200 lives lost, thousands injured, and countless others displaced or forced to flee their homes. Despite concerted efforts to quell the unrest, the underlying tensions persist, threatening to plunge the region into further chaos.
As Manipur grapples with the aftermath of yet another brutal attack, the imperative for a lasting solution to the entrenched conflicts looms larger than ever. The loss of two brave CRPF soldiers serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made in the pursuit of peace in this troubled land.
