Manipur government hands over Kuki youths' killing probe to NIA
Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh assured families that those responsible for the deaths would be arrested.
The Manipur government has transferred the investigation into the deaths of two Kuki youths to the National Investigation Agency (NIA), according to The Times of India. The two 20-year-olds, Paoginlal Hangshing and Tinginlun Chongloi, went missing on October 28 and their bodies were found by security forces on November 1 in Senapati district.
Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh announced the decision on Monday during a visit to Taphou Kuki village in Kangpokpi district. While meeting the families at the village authority office, Singh promised that the individuals involved in the killings would be apprehended, though he noted the process might take time.
Singh requested that the public assist with the inquiry. He referenced a previous incident in Bishnupur district, noting that the NIA required four months to collect enough evidence to arrest those involved in the Tronglaobi case.
During the meeting, family members asked the Chief Minister to start talks with Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) and ensure the youths' last rites are performed quickly. Taphou Kuki village chief L Chongloi also informed the Chief Minister about the challenges villagers are facing following the incident.
Singh also met with Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel in the village to acknowledge their work in maintaining security. Separately, State Home Minister Konthoujam Govindas Singh spoke at the Manipur International Textile Expo (MANITEX) 2026 regarding the safety and rehabilitation of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs).