Killings – Others

Tensions continue to rise in Manipur after the Gwaltabi incident 2024, in which a civilian was shot dead in Ukhrul district. While political leaders remain silent, journalists across the state are preparing to stage a sit-in protest. They demand answers and accountability from the government over the disturbing silence surrounding the incident.

The killing, which took place in the Gwaltabi area along National Highway 202, sparked outrage among the press fraternity. The All Manipur Working Journalists’ Union (AMWJU) and the Editors’ Guild Manipur (EGM) have jointly condemned the attack and expressed concern over increasing threats to press freedom and public safety.

On July 4, unknown gunmen shot and killed a vehicle driver identified as S. Premjit Singh, who was ferrying newspapers and media personnel through the Gwaltabi area. Since then, the Manipur government has not issued any official statement or update.