Two Assam Rifles jawans killed in Nagaland ambush

Imphal: Two Assam Rifles jawans were killed while four were injured in an ambush by suspected National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-K) terrorists in Nagaland's Mon district bordering Myanmar.

A gunfight broke out between the Assam Rifles jawans and suspected NSCN-K yesterday afternoon.

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The incident took place when the jawans were on their way to collect water from a river between Aboi- Mohung.

Following the news of gun battle, more reinforcements of security personnel were moved towards the site. Nagaland Police was also rushed to the spot.

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Further details are awaited and an investigation in the connection is underway.(ANI)
 

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