Makhan, June 12 -- Congress MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam on Friday strongly condemned the recent violence in Konsakhul village, describing the hostage-taking and killing of innocent civilians as "acts of terrorism" and among the most inhuman incidents witnessed since the outbreak of the Manipur conflict in 2023.

Speaking to reporters after meeting displaced villagers and family members of the victims from Konsakhul village at Makhan in Kangpokpi district, the parliamentarian expressed deep anguish over the continuing cycle of violence that has engulfed the state.

"This is a painful reality that we have been witnessing since 2023," he said. "Instead of being contained and controlled, the violence has spread to more areas, drawing in more co...