Manipur's Home Minister Govindas Konthoujam reported that over 38 civilians from the Tangkhul Naga and Kuki communities are unaccounted for following violent incidents that resulted in the deaths of three church leaders. The ongoing unrest in the state has led to significant casualties and displacement since May 2023.

• 01More than 38 civilians from the Tangkhul Naga and Kuki communities are unaccounted for in Manipur.
• 02Three church leaders from the Thadou-Kuki community were killed in an ambush on Wednesday.
• 03The violence has resulted in over 260 deaths and displaced more than 60,000 people since May 2023.
• 04Local organizations have imposed shutdowns in response to the violence and killings.
• 05The government is negotiating for the release of hostages and to restore peace.

The ongoing violence and abductions have created a climate of fear and instability in Manipur, affecting daily life and community safety.