Grenade

Grenade event in Manipur, Lamphel, Imphal West District area, India on Thu 29th August 2024

29th August 2024

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Two powerful bomb blasts occurred at the office of the United Committee Manipur (UCM) in Lamphel area of Imphal West District in Manipur in the evening of August 29, reports Northeast Now. The blasts, which took place around 7:45 PM, targeted the headquarters of the influential civil society organization, which has played a pivotal role in Manipur’s socio-political landscape. According to Police, a four-wheeler approached the UCM office and hurled two suspected grenades at the premises. One of the grenades exploded inside the campus, while the other detonated near the main gate. Fortunately, no casualties was reported.

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