Manipur 28 Naga, Kuki hostages released in Manipur, ‘all out efforts’ by security forces as ten still yet to be traced

Guwahati, 15/5: At least 28, out of the 38 people belonging to Kuki and Naga communities, who had been held hostage at several locations in conflict-torn Manipur following the killing of four persons on Wednesday, were released on Friday.

At least 10 Kuki persons, however, has still remained traceless with the government saying an “all out efforts” by the security forces was underway for their safe release. Kuki Inpi Manipur, however, said at least 14 Kuki-Zo men have still remained under hostage.