Khemchand condemns
11-Jul-2026
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By Our Staff Reporter
IMPHAL, Jul 11: Chief Minister Yumnam Khem-chand has condemned the arson that took place at Kanto Sabal village in Imphal West district this afternoon.
The Chief Minister has stated that Kammang Lhou-vum (65) s/o late Vompao Lhouvum, chief of Heng-jang village and Pagin Hangshing (30) s/o Lunpao Hangshing of Khunkho Kuki village have been arrested for their involvement in the arson and mob violence.
He claimed that the Government has taken swift action to control the mob, is closely monitoring the situation and has deployed State Police and Central Armed Police forces in the area.
“All security forces stationed there have been instructed to prevent recurrence of such incidents in the future”, Khemchand wrote in a post shared on social media.
“This incident underscores the presence of certain elements who, driven by vested interests, are actively working against the peace efforts”, Khemchand wrote.