Manipur: SOREPA shoots own cadre over extortion allegations in Kakching

Imphal: The Socialist Revolutionary Party (SOREPA) in Manipur has claimed responsibility for shooting and injuring one of its own cadres on Tuesday evening.

According to a statement issued by SOREPA's publicity and organization secretary, MC Yaiphabi, the group's Central Military Bureau authorized the punishment of Keisham Hemanta (alias Roni), a 42-year-old self-styled 2nd Lieutenant.

He was shot in the leg at Hiyanglam Hiramei village in Manipur's southern Kakching district.

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SOREPA accused Hemanta of extorting money from civilians for personal gain, using illegal substances, and misleading lower-ranking members. The statement warned of harsher consequences if he repeated such offences.

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Following the shooting, residents of Hiyanglam Hiramei staged a sit-in protest at the local hall.

They condemned the violence in a densely populated area and urged the insurgent group to refrain from such actions in the future.

Police have registered a case and are investigating the incident.

Reports indicate that Hemanta received first aid at a nearby health centre but disappeared shortly after.