IMPHAL: Former Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh on Monday visited the Jawaharlal Nehru Institute of Medical Sciences (JNIMS) in Imphal, where the mortal remains of two Naga men, allegedly killed in an incident at Makui and Tapon villages, were kept.

During his visit, Biren Singh condemned the violence and questioned the security arrangements, raising concerns over the failure to ensure the safety of civilians. The deceased were identified as Dibambou Ringkangmai, 48, of Makui village, and Ajinbou Ringkangmai, 52. Their mortal remains were brought to the JNIMS mortuary on Sunday.

The incident has triggered serious concern among tribal communities, particularly over reports that Ajinbou’s head was missing.

The Working Committee of the Joint Tribes Council (JTC-Manipur), representing the Inpui, Liangmai, Rongmei and Zeme communities, has demanded the recovery of the missing head. The committee has also issued a 48-hour ultimatum to the governments of India and Manipur, seeking action in the matter.

The committee further announced that the post-mortem examinations of both deceased would remain suspended until the missing head was recovered and handed over to the family for a dignified burial. Biren Singh’s visit came amid growing concern over the killings, with demands for accountability and questions over the security arrangements and protection of civilians in the affected areas.