Guwahati: Manipur Pradesh Congress Committee President O Ibobi Singh on Friday questioned the response of security agencies following the recent violence in border villages of Kamjong district.
Armed aggression was launched against the indigenous people by militants on Thursday. A force of around 100-armed KNA-B militants crossed the international boundary from the Myanmar side.
Singh said the incident was a “very serious matter” and warned that continued instability could further deteriorate the law-and-order situation in the State.
State government has assured strong action. Manipur chief minister Y Khemchand Singh stated in X, " I strongly condemn the violence reported this morning in the border villages of Namlee, Z. Choro, and Wanglee in Kamjong district. Such acts are deeply concerning and unacceptable. I am closely monitoring the situation and have directed security forces to take all necessary measures to restore peace and prevent any further escalation.
The Government remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of all citizens, and strict action will be taken against those responsible."
Former Chief Minister Ibobi Singh said the violence had exposed serious concerns regarding security deployment and response mechanisms in the border areas. “The unfortunate incident that took place in the border villages near the Indo-Myanmar border is a very serious matter. The affected areas are located close to Assam Rifles posts, yet such an attack still occurred. Therefore, both the Government of India and the State Government must take responsibility and explain their response.”
He added that the governments cannot remain silent spectators while people continue to suffer. “What happened in Kamjong district could happen elsewhere as well if proper security measures are not taken immediately. The protection of life, property and security of the people is the responsibility of both the Central and State Governments.”
Tangkhul Aze Katamnao Long (Southern Tangkhul Students' Union) had stated these militants targeted Tangkhul villages situated at the extreme border of India and Myanmar, specifically, Namlee. Houses were torched.
Locals alleged that two people are believed to be missing.“In the early hours of 7th May 2026, at approximately 4 AM, a force of around 100-armed KNA-B (Kuki National Army, Burma (KNA-B) militants crossed the international boundary from the Myanmar side. These militants targeted Tangkhul villages situated at the extreme border of India and Myanmar, specifically, Namlee, Wanglee, Ashang Khullen and Choro, which falls under Kamjong District,” the organisation stated
Former chief minister N Biren Singh had stated in X, "The brazen attack on the border villages of Namlee, Wanglee, and Choro in Kamjong district, Manipur was an act of cross-border terrorism carried out by external forces from across the Indo-Myanmar border.Our indigenous communities continue to face this grave threat from a continued external aggression. Unless this issue is effectively tackled with firm resolve & strengthened border security, peace will continue to elude our state. Both Central and State forces must be deployed and kept fully prepared to safeguard our borders, protect innocent civilians, and maintain lasting peace and stability in the region. Our people must stand united to defend our land, identity, and future. We will not allow such forces to destabilize Manipur."
MLA L Keishing had said militants from Myanmar attack Indian villages, calling it external aggression. The Militants belonging to the KNA B and PDF launched the early morning attack in Naga villages.
Keishing said that one Naga man and a Meitei woman are untraceable, feared abducted by the Militants who crossed over the open India Myanmar border to attack the villages.
Biren singh in another post in X stated," The arrest of armed KNA(B) cadres in Churachandpur is a serious matter that cannot be ignored.
The recovery of sophisticated weapons and evidence of unlawful armed activity confirms the growing threat posed by foreign-linked militant elements operating along our borders. Manipur will not tolerate unlawful armed activities."
Assam Rifles stated that in the early hours of 7 May, heavy firing and explosions were reported near Z Choro and opposite Namlee along the India Myanmar Border. Despite the volatile situation, troops of the Assam Rifles responded proactively and moving into the affected area under challenging conditions to safeguard people.
It stated during the operation many rescue teams were deployed without delay. Ten houses affected by the violence were secured and civilians evacuated. Fifteen distressed villagers, including women and children, were safely rescued and provided humanitarian assistance at Aloyo Assam Rifles camp. A Myanmarese woman from Namlee was provided with immediate first aid and medical evacuation support.
Assam Rifles conducted rapid area sanitisation operations to prevent further escalation and restore stability. One armed cadre was apprehended along with an AK-47 rifle, magazine and ammunition during search operations and later handed over to local police authorities.
It stated that even as tensions remained high, Assam Rifles under continued domination patrols across other sensitive areas of Kamjong district to ensure peace and security for local residents. "The incident once again highlights the unwavering commitment of Assam Rifles towards protecting our citizens and maintaining peace along the Indo-Mayanmar Border."
Armed aggression was launched against the indigenous people by militants on Thursday. A force of around 100-armed KNA-B militants crossed the international boundary from the Myanmar side.
Singh said the incident was a “very serious matter” and warned that continued instability could further deteriorate the law-and-order situation in the State.
State government has assured strong action. Manipur chief minister Y Khemchand Singh stated in X, " I strongly condemn the violence reported this morning in the border villages of Namlee, Z. Choro, and Wanglee in Kamjong district. Such acts are deeply concerning and unacceptable. I am closely monitoring the situation and have directed security forces to take all necessary measures to restore peace and prevent any further escalation.
The Government remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of all citizens, and strict action will be taken against those responsible."
Former Chief Minister Ibobi Singh said the violence had exposed serious concerns regarding security deployment and response mechanisms in the border areas. “The unfortunate incident that took place in the border villages near the Indo-Myanmar border is a very serious matter. The affected areas are located close to Assam Rifles posts, yet such an attack still occurred. Therefore, both the Government of India and the State Government must take responsibility and explain their response.”
He added that the governments cannot remain silent spectators while people continue to suffer. “What happened in Kamjong district could happen elsewhere as well if proper security measures are not taken immediately. The protection of life, property and security of the people is the responsibility of both the Central and State Governments.”
Tangkhul Aze Katamnao Long (Southern Tangkhul Students' Union) had stated these militants targeted Tangkhul villages situated at the extreme border of India and Myanmar, specifically, Namlee. Houses were torched.
Locals alleged that two people are believed to be missing.“In the early hours of 7th May 2026, at approximately 4 AM, a force of around 100-armed KNA-B (Kuki National Army, Burma (KNA-B) militants crossed the international boundary from the Myanmar side. These militants targeted Tangkhul villages situated at the extreme border of India and Myanmar, specifically, Namlee, Wanglee, Ashang Khullen and Choro, which falls under Kamjong District,” the organisation stated
Former chief minister N Biren Singh had stated in X, "The brazen attack on the border villages of Namlee, Wanglee, and Choro in Kamjong district, Manipur was an act of cross-border terrorism carried out by external forces from across the Indo-Myanmar border.Our indigenous communities continue to face this grave threat from a continued external aggression. Unless this issue is effectively tackled with firm resolve & strengthened border security, peace will continue to elude our state. Both Central and State forces must be deployed and kept fully prepared to safeguard our borders, protect innocent civilians, and maintain lasting peace and stability in the region. Our people must stand united to defend our land, identity, and future. We will not allow such forces to destabilize Manipur."
MLA L Keishing had said militants from Myanmar attack Indian villages, calling it external aggression. The Militants belonging to the KNA B and PDF launched the early morning attack in Naga villages.
Keishing said that one Naga man and a Meitei woman are untraceable, feared abducted by the Militants who crossed over the open India Myanmar border to attack the villages.
Biren singh in another post in X stated," The arrest of armed KNA(B) cadres in Churachandpur is a serious matter that cannot be ignored.
The recovery of sophisticated weapons and evidence of unlawful armed activity confirms the growing threat posed by foreign-linked militant elements operating along our borders. Manipur will not tolerate unlawful armed activities."
Assam Rifles stated that in the early hours of 7 May, heavy firing and explosions were reported near Z Choro and opposite Namlee along the India Myanmar Border. Despite the volatile situation, troops of the Assam Rifles responded proactively and moving into the affected area under challenging conditions to safeguard people.
It stated during the operation many rescue teams were deployed without delay. Ten houses affected by the violence were secured and civilians evacuated. Fifteen distressed villagers, including women and children, were safely rescued and provided humanitarian assistance at Aloyo Assam Rifles camp. A Myanmarese woman from Namlee was provided with immediate first aid and medical evacuation support.
Assam Rifles conducted rapid area sanitisation operations to prevent further escalation and restore stability. One armed cadre was apprehended along with an AK-47 rifle, magazine and ammunition during search operations and later handed over to local police authorities.
It stated that even as tensions remained high, Assam Rifles under continued domination patrols across other sensitive areas of Kamjong district to ensure peace and security for local residents. "The incident once again highlights the unwavering commitment of Assam Rifles towards protecting our citizens and maintaining peace along the Indo-Mayanmar Border."
