July 14th 2024.
Tragedy struck the village of Mongbung in Manipur's Jiribam district on Sunday morning as a Central Reserve Police Force jawan lost his life in a sudden gun attack by suspected militants. The incident also left a policeman injured, who was immediately taken to the hospital and is currently receiving treatment. The deceased has been identified as Ajay Kumar Jha, a 43-year-old native of Bihar.
According to a police officer, Jha sustained critical gunshot wounds to his head and was declared dead upon arrival at the hospital. Meanwhile, the injured policeman is said to be in stable condition and is expected to recover soon. In response to the shocking attack, Chief Minister N Biren Singh took to social media to express his condemnation and extended his heartfelt prayers for the speedy recovery of the injured.
Speaking on the matter, Singh stated, "I am deeply saddened by the killing of a CRPF personnel in an armed ambush, reportedly carried out by Kuki militants in Jiribam district today. His unwavering dedication to his duty will not be forgotten. My deepest condolences go out to the grieving family of the brave soldier, and I pray for the swift recovery of those injured in the attack." Reportedly, gunshots had also been heard in the village the previous night, creating a sense of unease among the residents.
As a precautionary measure, additional security forces have been deployed in the surrounding areas of Mongbung, with the authorities keeping a close eye on the situation. It has also been reported that a security personnel vehicle was damaged in the attack, highlighting the gravity of the situation. This unfortunate incident comes in the midst of ongoing ethnic violence between the Meitei and Kuki communities, which has been plaguing Manipur since last year, resulting in the loss of over 200 lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with the affected families during this difficult time.
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