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The victims were travelling in two vehicles and were returning to Kangpokpi from Churachandpur district after attending a TBA Conference in Lamka when they were attacked midway.

At least three people were shot dead and several others injured after unidentified armed men ambushed their vehicles in Manipur's Kangpokpi district on Wednesday, triggering an immediate blockade along National Highway-2 and heightened tension in the region.

The victims were three church leaders belonging to the Thadou Baptist Association (TBA), including former Manipur Baptist Convention (MBC) General Secretary Rev. V Sitlhou. The two others were identified as Rev. V Kaigoulun and Pastor Paogoulen.

Sources said at least five others were injured in the attack and are currently undergoing treatment. The injured include Rev. SM Haopu, Rev. Hekai Simte, Rev. Paothang, Lelen (driver), and Goumang (driver).

According to reports, the victims were travelling in two vehicles and were returning to Kangpokpi from Churachandpur district after attending a TBA Conference in Lamka when they were attacked midway.

Following the incident, an immediate blockade was imposed along National Highway-2 (NH-2), a crucial lifeline connecting Manipur with Nagaland and the rest of the country. Tension also spread across Kangpokpi and adjoining Kuki-Zo inhabited areas.