KANGPOKPI, November 1, 2026: Manipur Deputy Chief Minister Nemcha Kipgen has strongly condemned the brutal killings of two Kuki youths, Paoginlal Hangshing and Tinginlun Chongloi, following their abduction on October 28, 2026, and called for a thorough investigation and swift justice for the bereaved families.
In a condemnation statement issued from Kangpokpi on Sunday, Kipgen expressed deep sadness and shock over the deaths, saying that what had initially begun with hopes for the safe return of the two youths had ended in tragedy.
The Deputy Chief Minister conveyed her deepest condolences to the bereaved families in Taphou Kuki Village, stating that both victims had lost their lives at a very young age, with much of their lives still ahead of them.
She described the incident as a heinous crime and urged the authorities to conduct a thorough investigation, ensuring that those responsible are identified and brought to justice without delay.
"The families deserve swift justice," she stressed.
Kipgen also reiterated her appeal to the public not to allow the tragic incident to trigger further violence, urging everyone to exercise restraint and prevent further escalation of tensions.
Recovery of Bodies Triggers Tension in Kangpokpi
Meanwhile, tension gripped Kangpokpi District Hospital on Sunday after the bodies of the two missing youths were recovered and brought to the hospital for post-mortem examination.
The two youths had reportedly gone missing following their abduction on October 28, triggering widespread concern and protests across Kangpokpi district.
Their disappearance had earlier prompted the Committee on Tribal Unity (CoTU), Sadar Hills, to call a 48-hour total shutdown across Kangpokpi district from 5 pm on October 29, demanding their immediate and safe release.
Following the recovery of their bodies, a large number of locals and family members gathered at Kangpokpi District Hospital, demanding justice for the victims. Security personnel were deployed around the hospital premises to maintain law and order and prevent further escalation.
The killings have intensified public anger and grief within the Kuki-Zo community, with growing demands for accountability and justice.
The circumstances surrounding the abduction and killings remain a matter of investigation, while the authorities have been urged to ensure that those involved are brought to justice.
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