Three injured in Manipur gunfight between Konsakhul and Leilon Vaiphei
Three people were hurt after a violent clash broke out between Konsakhul (Naga) and Leilon Vaiphei (Kuki) villages in Manipur's Kangpokpi district on Monday.
The fight involved heavy gunfire that lasted for hours.
The injured were first taken to Leimakhong before being moved to Imphal's Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) for specialized treatment.
Tear gas used at RIMS
When the injured youths arrived at RIMS, crowds gathered and protests quickly followed.
Police and the CRPF had to use tear gas after some people reportedly threw stones and bottles.
One person is said to be in critical condition.
Meanwhile, Kuki Inpi Manipur blamed the NSCN-IM group for the attack, calling it "inhuman," while authorities stepped up security around the hospital and violence-hit areas to keep things from escalating further.