Pambei-led UNLF mourns

    27-Mar-2026
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IMPHAL, Mar 27: The Pambei-led UNLF has mourned the demise of MPA Lance Corporal Laishram Manganleiba alias Hemanta  s/o late Laishram Babu and late Leihao Leima of Tentha Khunou. According to a press release issued by the outfit’s Department of Publicity and Education Secretary Charairongba Thokchom, Lance Corporal Laishram Manganleiba alias Hemanta died in a road accident on March 23, 2026 while going for a task assigned by the party.
The outfit and its armed MPA have also offered revolutionary salute to the deceased Lance Corporal.
Born on April 5, 1972, Manganleiba joined the party in 1998. He completed basic military training in December same year. Manganleiba was first posted at MPA’s 291 Bn (Eastern Nagaland).
He was arrested by security forces at Wakthak village, Eastern Nagaland when he went to bring ration for fellow revolutionary fighters.
Following the arrest, he was imprisoned for one year.
Later, Manganleiba rejoined the party in 2023 and he was sent on deputation to the Department of Organisation.
He was working as a field organiser when he died in a tragic road accident, the outfit said. Lance Corporal Manganleiba worked with dedication and a strong sense of sacrifice.  He was a composed, disciplined and persevering freedom fighter, it said. According to the outfit, Manganleiba is survived by his wife and two daughters.
The outfit has also expressed solidarity with the bereaved family and friends.