Imphal, Sept. 17 -- The Zeliangrong Baudi (Manipur) on September 16 appealed to all sides to exercise restraint and prevent further escalation following recent incidents of civilian killings and arson in the hills of Manipur.

In a statement, the organisation said incidents reported from Chawangkining, Kaimai, Tollen, Longpi, Khedaghar and Leisangphai had heightened concerns among civilians and affected trust between communities.

The Baudi condemned attacks on civilians irrespective of their community, saying political differences or grievances should not be used to justify violence against innocent people.

The statement comes amid recent violence in Tamenglong and adjoining areas. Four Kuki civilians were killed in separate incidents a...