Northeast India’s Only English and Hindi Satellite News Channel

Heavy Gunfight Erupts Near Indo-Myanmar Border: KNA-B Cadres Killed, Several Injured

First Published: 29th January, 2025 11:29 IST

The gunfight, which took place in the early hours of Monday, involved KNA-B militants and Manipur-based rival groups.

A major armed clash erupted near the Indo-Myanmar border, close to Border Pillar No. 87 in Myanmar, adjacent to Manipur’s Kamjong district. The gunfight, which took place in the early hours of Monday, involved Kuki National Army-Burma (KNA-B) militants and Manipur-based rival groups.

Sources reported that the firing began around 2:30 AM and lasted for over an hour. During the exchange, atleast 10 KNA-B cadres were killed, while an unspecified number sustained injuries. Rival groups also reportedly suffered casualties, though the exact figures remain unknown.

In the aftermath of the gunfight, at least 13 highly sophisticated weapons were seized from the site. The situation in the border region remains tense, and more details are awaited.

Also Read: Manipur Governor AK Bhalla Briefed on Indo-Myanmar Border Fencing Progress by BRO DG

COMMENTS

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

WE RECOMMEND

Banner
Eikhoigi Imphal International Film Festival 2025 Begins with Grandeur, Showcasing 57 Films from 9 Countries

The festival aspires to establish EIIFF as a premier international film festival in the northeastern region.

07th February 2025
Banner
Manipur: Internally Displaced Person Shot by Unidentified Miscreants

The attack took place around 8:55 PM near Krypsa Ground, Langol Road, close to the Deputy Commissioner's office.

06th February 2025
Banner
Manipur Political Turmoil: CM Biren Singh Attends Maha Kumbh Amid Speculations of Leadership Change

Union Home Minister Amit Shah also departed for Bhubaneswar after meeting with a few legislators, including BJP MLA Thokchom Radheshyam.

06th February 2025
Banner
Y. Joykumar Singh Appointed Interim President of NPP Manipur

Additionally, Sheikh Noorul Hassan has been appointed as the Working President of NPP Manipur until further orders.

06th February 2025
Banner
Manipur: 2 Liquor Dealers Kidnapped in Churachandpur Rescued Safe

The victims-Lalboi and Chandan were rescued after a series of coordinated operations by Churachandpur Police and the 36 Assam Rifles.

05th February 2025