Guwahati, June 9 -- Reported by Bit Irom

Imphal: Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh has appealed for peace and communal harmony following the killing of a Rongmei Naga villager in an alleged militant attack in Kangpokpi district on June 8.

The incident took place in a forested area between Pongringlong and Pondaijang villages under the jurisdiction of New Keithelmanbi Police Station. According to officials, armed Kuki militants allegedly ambushed three villagers in the jungle, resulting in the death of one person and injuries to two others.

In a statement, the Chief Minister expressed deep sorrow over the incident and strongly condemned the violence. The deceased was identified as Chunjanglung Panmei (58), a resident of Pong...