1 injured in firing by security forcesnear Manipur CM's event in Thoubal

PTI, April 21, 2026, Imphal: One person sustained bullet wounds after security forces allegedly opened fire when a mob advanced towards the venue of Manipur Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh's programme in Thoubal district on Tuesday, police said.

The incident took place during the CM's visit to Wangjing Tentha for the inauguration of a newly-constructed Block Development Office (BDO), they said.

A large group of people armed with stones and catapults was heading towards the function with the "apparent intention of vandalising the building", police said in a statement.

"Despite repeated warnings and appeals by police personnel to disperse, the crowd continued to move aggressively, posing a serious threat to public property, dignitaries present, and overall law and order," the statement said.

Police said minimum necessary force was initially used, and when the situation escalated, controlled firing was carried out as a last resort in accordance with established protocols.

During the action, Elangbam Nandbir Singh (40), a resident of Heirok Part II Elangbam Leirak and presently serving as a Village Defence Force personnel, sustained injuries, police said.

"The situation was subsequently brought under control, preventing further damage and ensuring the safety of all concerned," the statement said.

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