Gunmen open fire on villagers in India's Manipur, 3 killed

Residents from Meitei community stop an army vehicle from moving towards a gunfight site after a fresh clash between members of rival ethnic groups, in Imphal, Manipur, India, November 7, 2023. REUTERS/Stringer

GUWAHATI, India (Reuters) - At least three people were killed and five seriously injured when gunmen in camouflage fatigues opened fire on villagers in India's restive northeastern state of Manipur, officials said on Tuesday, as sporadic violence continued in the region.

At least 180 people have died since fierce fighting broke out between members of the majority Meitei and minority Kuki communities in the state in May, following a court order suggesting privileges granted to Kukis also be extended to Meiteis.