Ambush on Assam Rifles team near Myanmar border in Manipur, four reportedly injuredThe attacks took place amid efforts to end the conflict involving the Meitei and the Kuki communities since May 2023. 
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Personnel of Assam Rifles.
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A statement issued by a defence spokesperson said the fire was immediately retaliated with control and caution, keeping civilian safety. It said the operation was underway, with additional troops being deployed into the area.
The statement did not talk about the impact but sources in police said four personnel of Assam Rifles were reportedly injured.
In a similar attack on September 19 in Bishnupur district, two Assam Rifles jawans died while five others were injured. Bishnupur is a Meitei-dominated district. The attackers belonging to a Meitei armed group were arrested.
The attacks took place amid efforts to end the conflict involving the Meitei and the Kuki communities since May 2023.