Key Points
- Two Meitei youths got kidnapped by Kuki militants on September 27.
- They were released early Thursday after some negotiations.
- Their release happened right when 11 Kuki prisoners were also let go.
- Manipur’s Chief Minister gave a shoutout to everyone who helped get them back safely.
Looma News
Things have been pretty tense in Manipur lately, but two Meitei youths, Thokchom Thoithoiba and Oinam Thoithoi, are back home safe and sound after being kidnapped by Kuki militants. They went missing on September 27, but thanks to some serious behind-the-scenes negotiations, they’re reunited with their families.
Interestingly, their release happened just as 11 Kuki undertrial prisoners from Sajiwa jail were also freed. Talk about timing! Those prisoners were supposed to be out on bail a month ago but got stuck due to some logistical hiccups—like not having the right escort ready. It’s wild how these events are linked, showing the complicated tensions in the area.
Manipur’s Chief Minister, N Biren Singh, took to social media to thank everyone involved in making sure the youths came back safely. He praised the teamwork of state and central officials, which is crucial in situations like this. It’s great to see these families back together, but it does make you wonder about the deeper issues that led to all this in the first place.
