Two soldiers killed after firing on Assam Rifles convoy in Manipur
PTC News Desk: Two Assam Rifles personnel lost their lives and four others sustained injuries on Friday evening after unidentified assailants ambushed a security convoy in Manipur’s Bishnupur district.
The incident occurred around 5:50 pm when a vehicle transporting members of the 33 Assam Rifles was en route from Imphal to Bishnupur. The injured soldiers were immediately taken to nearby hospitals for medical care.
Former Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh condemned the attack in strong terms, calling it a “cruel blow” to the state. “I am deeply shaken to hear about the ambush on our brave 33 Assam Rifles personnel at Nambol Sabal Leikai. The loss of two jawans and injuries to several others is a cruel blow to us all,” he said in a post on X.
"My deepest condolences to the families of the fallen and prayers for the quick recovery of the injured. Their courage and sacrifice will remain in our hearts forever. The perpetrators of this heinous act must face the harshest punishment," Singh added.
- PTC NEWS
