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Crime
Suspected militants open fire on vehicles on Imphal-Ukhrul road in Manipur
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 05 Nov 2026, 05:38 PM
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Suspected militants fired at passenger vehicles traveling on the Imphal-Ukhrul highway in Manipur. Authorities reported no casualties from the incident.
A security incident occurred on the Imphal-Ukhrul road in Manipur, where suspected militants opened fire on moving passenger vehicles. The attack targeted civilians traveling along this major highway connecting the state capital to the eastern districts.
Local authorities confirmed that the gunfire was directed at the vehicles but reported that no passengers or drivers were injured in the incident. The specific number of vehicles targeted has not been detailed in the initial reports, but the area was immediately cordoned off for security checks.
The Imphal-Ukhrul route is a critical transport artery in the state, frequently used by commuters and commercial traffic. Such incidents have raised concerns regarding the safety of civilians in the region, prompting a heightened security presence along the stretch.
Police and security forces have been deployed in the area to investigate the source of the firing and ensure the safety of travelers. The incident is being treated as a serious threat to public order, and efforts are underway to identify the perpetrators responsible for the attack.
Local authorities confirmed that the gunfire was directed at the vehicles but reported that no passengers or drivers were injured in the incident. The specific number of vehicles targeted has not been detailed in the initial reports, but the area was immediately cordoned off for security checks.
The Imphal-Ukhrul route is a critical transport artery in the state, frequently used by commuters and commercial traffic. Such incidents have raised concerns regarding the safety of civilians in the region, prompting a heightened security presence along the stretch.
Police and security forces have been deployed in the area to investigate the source of the firing and ensure the safety of travelers. The incident is being treated as a serious threat to public order, and efforts are underway to identify the perpetrators responsible for the attack.