A suspected improvised explosive device (IED) blast in Nagaland’s Chümoukedima district on Monday resulted in the death of one person and injuries to four others. The explosion reportedly targeted an Assam Rifles vehicle near Sukhovi. According to the Defence PRO, the blast occurred as the vehicle was passing through the area, claiming one life and injuring four others.
The identities of the victims and the extent of their injuries have not been disclosed. Security forces have initiated a search and area domination operation at the blast site. Officials are yet to confirm the exact nature of the explosive device or identify those responsible for the attack.
Further details are awaited as the investigation is ongoing. Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio condemned the attack, describing it as a ‘cowardly act’ that has no place in society. The Chief Minister expressed his condolences and assured that those responsible will be identified and brought to justice.
The Chief Minister stated, ’The bomb blast at Chümoukedima is a cowardly act that has no place in our society. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected. Those responsible will be identified and brought to justice.
We will not allow such acts to threaten the peace and security of our people.’
