Explosions Rock Bishnupur District, Two Sustain Injuries
Suspected improvised explosive device (IED) blasts struck the Bishnupur district of Manipur on Monday, January 5, 2026, leaving two people injured. The incident occurred against the backdrop of persistent ethnic tensions between Meitei and Kuki communities in the state.
Details of the Attack and Immediate Aftermath
The explosions targeted an area in Bishnupur, specifically mentioned in social media reports as being near Saiton Nganukon. According to a post by the Kangleipak Information Bureau on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), a Meitei house was bombarded. The post alleged the attack was carried out by "Kuki SoO militants" despite the presence of Central Armed Police Forces like the BSF and CRPF in the area.
The Kuki-Zo Council (KZC), an apex body of Kuki groups that is engaged in talks with the government, swiftly issued a condemnation of the violent act. The council urged both the authorities and the security forces to take necessary steps to maintain peace and order in the volatile region.
Condemnation and Calls for Peace
The condemnation from the Kuki-Zo Council highlights the complex dynamics of the situation. As a body in dialogue with the government, its statement seeks to distance the community from such acts of violence. The council's appeal to the authorities underscores the critical need for reinforced security measures to prevent further escalation.
This incident adds another layer of tension to the already fragile security environment in Manipur. The state has witnessed sporadic violence and clashes, making the restoration of lasting peace a significant challenge for the administration and security forces deployed in the region.
The injured individuals received immediate medical attention following the blasts. Further investigations by security agencies are underway to determine the precise nature of the explosives used and to identify the perpetrators behind this attack.
