At least six people were killed in an exchange of fire in Oting in the Mon district of Nagaland on Saturday evening. The toll should increase. CM Neiphiu Rio has called for peace and has ordered an investigation into the incident.
At least six people were killed in an exchange of fire in Oting in the Mon district of Nagaland on Saturday evening.
Several civilians were killed in an exchange of fire in Oting in the Mon district of Nagaland on Saturday evening. According to residents, six bodies have so far been recovered from the accident site. The toll should increase.
In response to the incident, Nagaland chief minister Neiphiu Rio said it was “very condemnable” and that a “high-level” special investigation team would investigate the case to ensure that “justice is done”. He called for peace from all parts of society.
The unfortunate incident that resulted in the killing of civilians in Oting, Mon is highly condemnable. Condolences to the bereaved and speedy recovery of the injured. High-level SIT will investigate and deliver justice according to the law of the land. Appeal for Peace from All Sections
– Neiphiu Rio (@Neiphiu_Rio) December 5, 2021
Tensions swept the area as angry locals set some vehicles on fire following the incident. The vehicles are said to have belonged to the security forces.
(More details are awaited. This is a developing story.)
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