GUWAHATI: A special CBI court in Guwahati has framed charges against six men and ordered their trial over one of the most brutal crimes of Manipur’s ethnic violence, in which three women were stripped naked and paraded before a mob, two of them gang-raped in broad daylight, and two relatives of one them killed on May 4, 2023.It is the first case investigated by CBI in the Manipur violence to move to trial. The central agency has taken over 27 FIRs linked to the unrest – 19 involving crimes against women, three armoury loot cases, two murders, and one each of rioting, kidnapping and criminal conspiracy.Last Friday, special judge Chatra Bhukhan Gogoi ruled that all six accused “be tried by this court”. Appearing through video-conferencing from Manipur, the accused pleaded not guilty after charges were read out and explained.CBI prosecutor Swayamjeet Sharma told the court the investigation had yielded sufficient material and a strong prima facie case. Defence lawyers argued the evidence did not warrant charges for all offences listed in the chargesheet.The court ordered four accused – Huirem Herodash Meitei, Ningombam Tomba Singh alias Tomthin, Yumlembam Jiban Singh alias Naocha alias Sana and Pukhrihongbam Suranjoy Meitei – lodged at Manipur central jail in Sajiwa, to be shifted to Guwahati for physical production and for signing the charges on Jan 16. Two others – Arun Khundongbam alias Nanao and Nameirakpam Kiran Meitei – who are on bail, were directed to appear in person on the same date “without fail”.”Since the question of identification of the accused persons during the course of trial is involved, the physical production of the accused persons is necessary for convenience and fairness of trial,” the judge said.Charges include promoting enmity between Kuki and Meitei communities, molestation, sexual assault, gang rape, physical assault, criminal conspiracy, violations under the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, and damage and looting of property.About the AuthorPrabin KalitaPrabin Kalita is a journalist at The Times of India and is currently the Chief of Bureau (northeast). He has been reporting in mainstream Indian national media since 2001. He has been a field journalist reporting gamut of issues from India’s northeastern region and major developments in neighbouring countries like Myanmar, China, Bhutan and Bangladesh concerning India and northeastern region. He has been covering insurgency—internal and cross-border, politics, natural calamities, environment etc. He is a post-graduate in Geological Sciences from Gauhati University.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosImran Khan’s Family Stages Prayer Protest After Being Barred From Meeting Him At Adiala JailImran Khan’s Sister Aleema, PTI Members Hold Prayers Outside Adiala Jail After Meet DeniedTharoor Flags UN Charter Violations, Voices Concern Over US Action In VenezuelaUS Issues Blunt Warning To Indian Students: Breaking Laws May Cost Visas, Careers And Future DreamsCongress-BJP Tie-Up Claims In Ambernath Create Rift, Put Mahayuti Alliance Under Fresh Strain“Worst Kind of Discrimination in PoJK”: UKPNP Chairman Flags Deepening CrisisNo Compromise On Terror: PM Modi, Benjamin Netanyahu Reaffirm India Israel Strategic PartnershipOwaisi Slams MCD Demolition, Says Turkman Gate Land Fully Belongs To WaqfNehru Catered To Liaquat Ali Khan, Ignored Somnath History: BJP MP Sudhanshu TrivediUS FARA Filings Expose How Pakistan Lobbied Washington To Somehow Stop India’s Operation Sindoor123PhotostoriesFrom films to music, the lesser known sides of ‘Dil Chahta Hai’ director Farhan Akhtar9 mistakes to avoid while making biryani at homeWinter Special: How to make traditional Besan Ka Sheera at home5 adorable-looking animals that are surprisingly deadly5 red flags people often ignore in friendships (But shouldn’t!)6 classic non-vegetarian Cutlets to enjoy during winter monthsVijay’s ‘Jana Nayagan’ to Prabhas’ ‘The Raja Saab’: Biggest South releases for Pongal 2026Can you guess the temples and places featured on INR 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 and 500 currency notes?How to add smoky flavour to winter dishes without using a tandoor at home”I just read somewhere that 20% of American meals are consumed in a car!” Sadhguru shares tips on the right way to eat food123Hot PicksBudget 2026Venezuela NewsGold rate todayStock Market TodayCigarette price hikePublic holidays January 2026Bank Holidays JanuaryTop TrendingMLB Trade RumorsTommy Fleetwood and Clare Fleetwood Net WorthTravis KelceTaylor SwiftJimmie Johnson Net WorthEdward CabreraJamahal HillValentino Rossi and Francesca Sofia Novello Net WorthBrad Marchand Net WorthNHL Trade Rumor
GUWAHATI: A special CBI court in Guwahati has framed charges against six men and ordered their trial over one of the most brutal crimes of Manipur’s ethnic violence, in which three women were stripped naked and paraded before a mob, two of them gang-raped in broad daylight, and two relatives of one them killed on May 4, 2023.It is the first case investigated by CBI in the Manipur violence to move to trial. The central agency has taken over 27 FIRs linked to the unrest – 19 involving crimes against women, three armoury loot cases, two murders, and one each of rioting, kidnapping and criminal conspiracy.Last Friday, special judge Chatra Bhukhan Gogoi ruled that all six accused “be tried by this court”. Appearing through video-conferencing from Manipur, the accused pleaded not guilty after charges were read out and explained.CBI prosecutor Swayamjeet Sharma told the court the investigation had yielded sufficient material and a strong prima facie case. Defence lawyers argued the evidence did not warrant charges for all offences listed in the chargesheet.The court ordered four accused – Huirem Herodash Meitei, Ningombam Tomba Singh alias Tomthin, Yumlembam Jiban Singh alias Naocha alias Sana and Pukhrihongbam Suranjoy Meitei – lodged at Manipur central jail in Sajiwa, to be shifted to Guwahati for physical production and for signing the charges on Jan 16. Two others – Arun Khundongbam alias Nanao and Nameirakpam Kiran Meitei – who are on bail, were directed to appear in person on the same date “without fail”.“Since the question of identification of the accused persons during the course of trial is involved, the physical production of the accused persons is necessary for convenience and fairness of trial,” the judge said.Charges include promoting enmity between Kuki and Meitei communities, molestation, sexual assault, gang rape, physical assault, criminal conspiracy, violations under the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, and damage and looting of property.
