Imphal, June 6 -- Protesters on Saturday blocked the Imphal-Dimapur road along National Highway-2 at Namdilong village gate, demanding the immediate and unconditional release of six Naga civilians who were allegedly abducted by armed Kuki militants from Leilon Vaiphei village in Kangpokpi district on May 13, 2026.

The protest was organised by the Koubrou Range Liangmei Women's Union.

Demonstrators raised slogans demanding justice and accused both the State and Central governments of failing to take adequate action to rescue the remaining hostages.

Speaking to the media during the protest, Chunjaioiu, a resident of Namdilong, expressed concern over the continued captivity of the six civilians. She said that 18 people were allegedly abdu...