28 Hostages From Kuki, Naga Communities Held By Armed Groups Released In Manipur

| May 15, 2026, 11:05:30 PM | TOI.in
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At least 28 of the 38 civilians taken hostage by armed groups in Manipur’s Kangpokpi and Senapati districts have been released amid ongoing efforts by the state government and security agencies. The hostages, belonging to the Kuki and Naga communities, were abducted following recent violence in the region after three church leaders were killed in Kangpokpi on April 13. Officials said the released civilians included women, villagers, and two Salesian brothers of Don Bosco. Some hostages alleged they were blindfolded and moved through forests and mountainous terrain under armed escort, though they claimed they were not assaulted. Meanwhile, Kuki and Naga organisations accused each other of detaining villagers in retaliation. The state government continues negotiations with civil society groups and political leaders to secure the release of the remaining captives.

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