Guwahati, April 29 -- Reported by Sandeep Sharma

Guwahati: Amid rising tension and violence between sections of the Kuki and Tangkhul communities in Manipur's Ukhrul and Kamjong districts, the Kuki Christian Leaders' Forum (KCLF) on Wednesday made an urgent appeal for peace, restraint, and Christian unity, warning that fresh divisions could deepen the pain of a state already scarred by prolonged conflict.

Expressing deep concern over the deteriorating situation, KCLF chairman Th Khuala and general secretary Khupboi said a local misunderstanding in Litan village should never have been allowed to spiral into bloodshed.

"It is heartbreaking that a local issue involving a few individuals has escalated into violence at a time when Manipur h...