IN PHOTOS: Fresh violence in Manipur’s Ukhrul, over 20 houses burnt

Updated On: 09 February, 2026 08:03 PM IST | Tarun Verma

Fresh violence in Manipur’s Ukhrul district left at least 21 houses burnt at Litan Sareikhong village, forcing residents to flee as security forces were deployed and the state government appealed for peace. Pics/PTI

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<p>Smoke and flames billow from residential houses at Litan Sareikhong as tensions escalated following the earlier assault on the Tangkhul Naga community member, which later snowballed into wider clashes</p>

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Smoke and flames billow from residential houses at Litan Sareikhong as tensions escalated following the earlier assault on the Tangkhul Naga community member, which later snowballed into wider clashes

<p>Charred vehicles and burnt structures bear testimony to the overnight violence, with officials confirming that at least 21 houses were gutted during the unrest</p>

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Charred vehicles and burnt structures bear testimony to the overnight violence, with officials confirming that at least 21 houses were gutted during the unrest

<p>Residents flee the hill village carrying essential belongings amid reports of gunfire in the area, taking shelter in safer locations in neighbouring Kangpokpi district</p>

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Residents flee the hill village carrying essential belongings amid reports of gunfire in the area, taking shelter in safer locations in neighbouring Kangpokpi district

<p>Security personnel conduct foot patrols and guard sensitive points in Ukhrul district after prohibitory orders were imposed to prevent further clashes between the Tangkhul Naga and Kuki communities</p>

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Security personnel conduct foot patrols and guard sensitive points in Ukhrul district after prohibitory orders were imposed to prevent further clashes between the Tangkhul Naga and Kuki communities

<p>Deputy Chief Minister L Dikho visits the violence-hit areas and holds meetings with Tangkhul Naga and Kuki village heads, stressing that the incident was triggered by a few individuals and should not escalate into communal tension</p>

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Deputy Chief Minister L Dikho visits the violence-hit areas and holds meetings with Tangkhul Naga and Kuki village heads, stressing that the incident was triggered by a few individuals and should not escalate into communal tension

<p>As security remains heightened, the Manipur government appeals for restraint, with Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh saying the situation is under control and urging all communities to maintain peace and harmony</p>

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As security remains heightened, the Manipur government appeals for restraint, with Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh saying the situation is under control and urging all communities to maintain peace and harmony

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