Archive · 6 Jan 2026
Two Injured in Bishnupur Explosions
Two people got hurt in two explosions in Manipur's Bishnupur district.
The first explosion happened at an empty house at 5:30 AM, and the second one happened about 200 meters away at 8:45 AM when people came to see what happened.
The injured people, Sanatomba Singh and Indubala Devi, got hurt on their legs but are now safe.
The police are investigating, and some local people are upset because they think the security forces didn't do a good job protecting the area.
The house has been empty since May 2023 because of ethnic violence, and its owner is living in a relief camp.
The Kuki Zo Council, which is talking to the government, said they don't like what happened and want the area to be safe.
Two explosions occurred in Bishnupur, Manipur, injuring two people.
The first explosion was suspected to be caused by an IED at 5:30 AM at an abandoned house.
The second explosion happened at 8:45 AM near the first blast site, injuring Sanatomba Singh and Indubala Devi.
Injured individuals sustained leg injuries but are out of danger.
Locals blamed security forces for lapses and dismantled a nearby security bunker.
- Who
- Sanatomba Singh and Indubala Devi
- What
- Two explosions occurred in Bishnupur, Manipur
- When
- Monday morning, January 5
- Where
- Ngaukon, Phougakchao police station area, Bishnupur district, Manipur
- Why
- Suspected IED explosion; locals allege security lapses
Locals
Security Forces
Security Lapses
Locals
Locals allege security forces failed to prevent the explosions despite a large presence in the area.
Security Forces
Security forces are investigating the incident and have stepped up security measures.
- Location
- Bishnupur, Manipur
- Time of First Explosion
- 5:30 AM
- Time of Second Explosion
- 8:45 AM
- Injured Individuals
- Sanatomba Singh, Indubala Devi
- Injury Details
- Splinter injuries on right legs
- Current Status of Injured
- Out of danger
- Suspected Cause
- Improvised Explosive Device (IED)
- Abandoned House Owner
- Salam Mani Singh (70)
- Relief Camp
- Owner and family currently living at a relief camp
Sources
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Manipur: Two injured in Bishnupur blasts
Tension in Manipur after twin blasts hurt two in Bishnupur
Manipur IED blasts injure civilians in Bishnupur amid security concerns under rule - Telegraph India
