On September 13, 2026, two separate gun assaults in Manipur’s Tamenglong district resulted in four deaths and a six‑year‑old boy’s injuries, occurring on the Kuki community’s ‘Black Day’ commemorating past ethnic violence. The attacks have drawn condemnation from political leaders and sparked calls for impartial investigations.

  • Four fatalities and a child injured in two separate attacks.
  • Incidents occurred on the Kuki community’s ‘Black Day’.
  • Calls for calm and thorough investigation from community leaders.

In Tamenglong district of Manipur, two separate gun attacks on September 13, 2026, claimed the lives of four individuals and severely injured a six‑year‑old boy. These incidents unfolded on the Kuki community’s observance of “Sahit Ni” or “Black Day,” a remembrance of the 1990s Kuki‑Naga ethnic violence.

The first attack took place around 5:30 am in Tollen village, where 46‑year‑old Lhingzangai Sinshit was killed on the spot. His husband, Seineh Singsit, and their six‑year‑old son sustained serious gunshot wounds; Seineh died en route to Silchar Medical College, while the child is undergoing treatment.

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Hours later, a second attack in Longpi village killed Jilie Singson and Reol Gangte, who were reportedly attacked while carrying out household work. The village’s remoteness delayed police response, with an investigative team scheduled for Monday.

The Kuki community has blamed the NSCN‑IM and Zeliangrong United Front‑Kamson for the killings. The Kaimai Village Authority denounced the Tollen attack as a “deliberate and malicious attempt to create disharmony” and urged both Kuki and Naga communities to refrain from spreading rumors.

The Kuki Youth Organisation Women’s Council demanded an impartial inquiry, arrest of culprits, and enhanced protection for civilians. BJP leader and former Manipur CM N Biren Singh described the incident as “deeply disturbing and heartbreaking,” while Naga People’s Front MLA Awangbou Newmai condemned the targeting of unarmed civilians as a “cowardly act.”

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis indicates that since May 2023, Meitei‑Kuki clashes in Manipur have caused at least 306 deaths, 49 missing persons, and displaced thousands. This fresh wave of violence threatens regional stability and undermines national peace initiatives.

“As peace initiatives are jeopardised, it is imperative to remember that dialogue and inclusive governance are the only viable path to lasting stability.”
Did You Know?: The 1990s Kuki‑Naga conflict in Manipur resulted in roughly 400 deaths and profoundly reshaped the region’s political landscape.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Has any group claimed responsibility for the attacks?
A1: No group has officially claimed responsibility yet.

Q2: Has the police made any progress in the investigation?
A2: Police have launched an inquiry and are gathering evidence to identify the perpetrators.