Imphal, 19 October (HS): Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Monday condemned the killing of civilians by armed miscreants at Nongshum in Imphal East district and called for enhanced security in vulnerable areas across the state.

Singh reviewed the prevailing law and order situation at a security meeting held at the Cabinet Hall of the Chief Minister’s Secretariat. The discussions covered Sunday's violence in Thoubal district and Monday's attack in Imphal East.

The meeting was attended by Home Minister Govindas Konthoujam, Chief Secretary, Security Advisor, Director General of Police, Commissioner (Home) and senior representatives of the Army, Assam Rifles, CRPF, BSF and other security agencies.

Expressing concern over the recent incidents, the Chief Minister directed officials to strengthen security measures in sensitive areas to prevent further violence.

Earlier, Singh visited Raj Medicity hospital, where he met civilians injured in the Nongshum incident and their family members. He also spoke with the hospital's managing director and doctors, urging them to provide the best possible treatment to the injured.

The Chief Minister assured the victims and their families that the state government would bear all medical expenses.----------

Hindusthan Samachar / Sriprakash