Four arrested for holding six Nagas hostage in Manipur: Police
Four individuals have been arrested in connection with the abduction of six Naga men in Manipur. The abduction occurred on May 13, following the killings of four civilians, including three church leaders. Authorities are investigating the suspects' involvement in various criminal activities and the ongoing hostage situation.
- ▪The arrests were made during a joint operation by state forces, Assam Rifles, and the Central Reserve Police Force.
- ▪The abducted individuals are suspected to be active members of armed village volunteer groups involved in criminal activities.
- ▪The United Naga Council alleges that six Naga civilians are still held hostage, while Kuki groups claim that their members are also being held captive.
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- ▪ Four Kuki suspects arrested for abduction of Nagas in Manipur — The Hindu — Top
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Four arrested for holding six Nagas hostage in Manipur: PoliceThe abduction began on May 13 after unknown persons killed four civilians including three church leaders, in two separate incidents in Kangpokpi and Noney districtsUpdated on: May 26, 2026 1:45 PM ISTBy Thomas Ngangom, ImphalShare viaCopy link Four persons were arrested on Monday in connection with the abduction of six Naga individuals on May 13 from Leilon Vaiphei in Kangpokpi district of Manipur.(HT Sourced Photo)Arrests were made during a joint operation by state forces, Assam Rifles, and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) in the area between P.Molding and Leilon Veiphei inter village road.The arrested individuals are identified as Thangkhomang Khongsai (51) of Patbung Village, Kangchup, Seikholet Khongsai (40) of…
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