IMPHAL, June 16: The Manipur Police on Monday issued a strong clarification refuting widespread rumours regarding a firing incident allegedly involving Kuki militants in the Phubala area of Bishnupur district.

According to an official statement released today, no such incident has been reported by the Security Forces currently deployed in the region.

The clarification comes amid rising concerns and social media chatter that suggested a possible militant-related incident in the otherwise peaceful Phubala area.

“There is no report of any firing incident by Kuki militants in Phubala, Bishnupur district. This has been confirmed from the Security Forces deployed in the area,” the police statement read.

Urging citizens to remain calm and rely only on verified information from official sources, the police also issued a warning against those found circulating false or misleading content with the intent to provoke panic or unrest. “Strict legal action will be taken against individuals spreading such rumours,” the statement added.