How many have been killed is unclear, but according to the political regime in the area, it is a total of 40 rebels and two policemen in the last two days, a figure that is confirmed by a government source.
— The terrorists have used automatic carbines and sniper rifles against civilians. They appeared in several villages to set fire to houses, said state chief minister N Biren Singh.
However, the information is contradicted by a military source, who claims that four people were killed.
So far in May, at least 70 people have been killed in the violence, which does not include the events of the weekend. The recent unrest began after the state’s largest Meithei ethnic group demanded recognition under a law that entitles registered ethnic groups to a certain quota of government services and education places. The law aims to address structural inequality and discrimination.
Manipur is located in a remote area that is connected to the rest of the country by a narrow land corridor. The state has for decades been affected by recurring unrest between ethnic and separatist groups.