Following recovery of six bodies in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district, Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh said the state government will not remain as mute spectator to atrocities, according to an official statement.
He said that violence has no place in society and the government remain steadfast in its commitment to peace, security, and the rule of law in Manipur.
The bodies are of six persons of the Naga community who were abducted from Leilon Vaiphei village in Kangpokpi district on May 13.
After nearly 24 hours of sustained search operations involving around 450 personnel of Manipur Police, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), and Assam Rifles, assisted by sniffer dogs and forensic teams, the mortal remains of the six persons were recovered Wednesday afternoon, police said.
“Deeply anguished by the brutal murder of six innocent Naga villagers abducted from Leilon Vaiphei village, Kangpokpi district. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families,” the CM said.
“The Government of Manipur strongly condemns this heinous act and is committed to ensuring that the perpetrators are brought to justice. The case is being investigated by the NIA,” he said.
“I also condemn the killing of a farmer from Lansan Kuki village in Tamenglong district and extend my deepest sympathies to the bereaved family,” Singh added.
Manipur govt will not remain mute spectator to atrocities: CM
