GUWAHATI: Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) Director General, Gyanendra Pratap Singh, reviewed the security situation in Manipur, even as the Kuki community took out a coffin rally for three of its members who were killed in an attack in the state’s Kangpokpi district on Friday morning.
Singh met Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla and Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh in Imphal on Friday.
According to the CRPF, the DG’s discussions with the governor focused on enhancing operational preparedness, strategic planning, and the force’s comprehensive roadmap to eliminate insurgency and restore lasting peace in Manipur.
Lok Bhavan, Manipur, said that during the meeting, the officers apprised the governor of the prevailing security situation and the measures being implemented across the state.
“Emphasis was laid on strengthening security arrangements to safeguard the lives and property of citizens, maintain peace and stability, and address emerging challenges effectively,” Lok Bhavan further stated.
The chief minister appreciated the CRPF’s invaluable contribution in maintaining peace and law and order in the state. “The government of Manipur remains committed to strengthening security, upholding public trust, and fostering harmony among all communities,” the chief minister said.
On Saturday, Singh met CRPF CoBRA personnel deployed in the state and commended their role in various operational theatres. “He motivated the personnel to work with zeal and vigour to wipe out insurgency from Manipur,” the CRPF said.
Meanwhile, Kuki-Zo tribals took out a coffin rally from Kangpokpi town to the Martyrs’ Cemetery at Phaijang, located about 15 km away, where the bodies of the three persons were laid to rest.
Kuki organisation Kuki Inpi Manipur alleged the attack at Loibol Khullen village, in which the three were killed, was carried out by NSCN-IM and its “proxy” Zeliangrong United Front (Kamson faction). The NSCN-IM dismissed the charge.
