Three labourers were killed and 5 others seriously injured in a powerful IED blast in Khoyathong area today. The dead have been identified as Shiv Yadav (35), Lalan (35) and Kusum Pandit (60).

The labourers, all non-Manipuris, had gathered for tea in Khoyathong area, which is about one km away from Imphal city police office in the main market complex when the IED exploded at around 6 in the morning.

The injured have been admitted to Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) Hospital where the condition of one of the injured is stated to be critical. Police said the IED planted by the roadside near Imphal market exploded killing three labourers and injured 5 others.

With today’s incident, the number of non-Manipuris killed in the state this year has gone upto 9.

Chief minister Okram Ibobi and deputy chief minister Gaikhangam, who also holds the home portfolio, have condemned the incident and ordered strict action against the culprits.

(Courtesy Impact Tv)