Two leaders of Rongmei Naga Youth Organisation Tamenglong Luangrian, Manipur, die in road accident

The Chairman and Vice Chairman of the Rongmei Naga Youth Organisation Manipur, Tamenglong Luangrian (RNYOM-TL), have died in a road accident on Friday afternoon along National Highway-137, between Azuram village and the Makru River, under Tousem Sub-Division, Tamenglong District, Manipur.

The deceased have been identified as Miusinreiyang Panmei, Chairman of RNYOM-TL, and Joy Panmei, Vice Chairman of RNYOM-TL.

The incident reportedly occurred when the RNYOM leaders were on their way to Assam in a Gypsy. It is reported that the vehicle skidded off the road and fell into a deep gorge.

In the accident, three other occupants of the vehicle were also injured.

Condoling the untimely demise of the two leaders, the Tribal Youths Council Manipur, Council Headquarters (TYCM-CHQ), stated that the deceased were committed and selfless leaders who dedicated their lives to the service of the Rongmei community as well as the tribal people of Manipur.

TYCM-CHQ also offered sincere prayers for those injured in the tragic accident and wished them a speedy and complete recovery.