Imphal, April 15 -- Manipur Home Minister Govindas Konthoujam on April 15 said the recent clash at Thinungei in Bishnupur district was triggered by a misunderstanding between civilians and security forces, exacerbated by the spread of a rumour.

Addressing a press conference at the New Secretariat Complex in Mantripukhri, the minister termed the incident "unfortunate" and said tensions escalated after a rumour, reportedly initiated by a woman circulated among locals, leading to panic and confrontation. Several people were injured in the clash.

He appealed to the public to remain calm and refrain from road blockades, urging citizens to cooperate with authorities and place trust in agencies probing the related Tronglaobi incident.

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