Hundreds protest in Imphal, demanding the release of six Naga civilians allegedly abducted by Kuki militants and government action.

The Kuki groups, meanwhile, have alleged that 14 of the community members were being held captive by Nagas, and extended a shutdown.

Hundreds protest in Imphal, demanding the release of six Naga civilians allegedly abducted by Kuki militants and government action.

The abduction began on May 13 after unknown persons killed four civilians including three church leaders, in two separate incidents in Kangpokpi and Noney districts | India News

The apprehended persons are suspected to be ‘active cadres of armed village volunteer groups’, the police alleged.