Manipur: IED explosion outside ex-MLA’s residence in Kwakeithel Takhellambam Leikai area

Guwahati: A medium-intensity IED exploded outside the residence of former MLA Kh Loken Singh in Imphal West district on Thursday, officials said.

The incident took place at the Kwakeithel Takhellambam Leikai area in the district.

As per the source, partially damaged the gate, along with a street lamp next to it and a portion of the road.

Soon after the explosion, teams of Manipur Police and bomb experts arrived at the scene and conducted an inquiry.

No arrest has been made in connection with the incident thus far.

Local people claimed that the IED went off shortly after Singh was seen entering his residence, sources added.

No one has so far claimed responsibility for the blast.