Five people were arrested on March 25, 2026, after an attack on security personnel and the burning of a vehicle at Tuibong Bazar in Churachandpur district, Manipur. Officials said a Tata Winger used by security forces was vandalised and set alight during the clash, several security personnel sustained serious injuries, and additional force vehicles were damaged.
Authorities identified the five arrested as Lunmalsawm Sehlep (28) of Kharam Vaiphei; Haominlien Kipgen (28) of Tuibong, Laijon Veng; Khaigoulien Haokip (30), originally from Hengjol under Sangaikot and currently living in Tuibong; Hemtinlen Haokio (23) of Koite; and Khupgoulen Khongsai (28) of NS Khojangphai. All five are residents of Churachandpur district.
Officials also said 27 more people have been detained and bound under relevant legal provisions for their alleged involvement in related disturbances in the area. Security has been tightened in and around Tuibong as authorities continue efforts to identify others linked to the violence.
An investigation into the incident is ongoing, with local officials and security agencies working to establish the full circumstances and to bring those responsible to account. The events have raised immediate concerns about local public safety and the protection of security personnel in the district.
Original Source: https://www.indiatodayne.in/manipur/story/manipur-five-arrested-for-security-vehicle-arson-in-churachandpur-27-more-detained-for-disturbances-1366020-2026-03-27?utm_source=rssfeed
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Publish Date: 2026-03-27 09:26:00
