Imphal: A Border Security Force constable was shot dead on Friday while on patrolling duty in Manipur’s Ukhrul district, officials said.
Constable Mithun Mandal from West Bengal was “struck by a bullet fired from an unknown direction around 4.30 pm”, an official said.
Mandal, who hailed from Bhagjan Tola village of West Bengal, was taken to a hospital in Imphal, where he died around 6 pm. Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh condemned the killing, and offered condolences to his family members.
“Strongly condemn the tragic martyrdom of Constable Mithun Mandal (170 Bn, BSF), who was fatally injured by a bullet from an unknown direction while on patrol at Mongkot Chepu, Ukhrul today. He succumbed at RIMS, Imphal.
“A brave son of West Bengal, his sacrifice in the line of duty will never be forgotten. My deepest condolences to his bereaved family. Prayers for strength and peace in this hour of grief. Om shanti,” Singh said.