UKHRUL: In a tragic incident, a bomb exploded at Namkaolong part -II (Taolingpung village) under Khoupum PS, Noney district in Manipur, killing a four-year-old boy and injuring his father in both legs.
The injured father has been identified as Thuankungam Pamei, 40, son of Jaikhangjeipou Pamei. He has been rushed to Raj Medicity in Imphal for treatment. The four-year-old was identified as Kalaingampou Pamei.
As per sources, the incident happened when the father went to dispose the bomb, reportedly brought by children, exploded after he slipped and fell, killing the child and leaving the father critically injured.
More Details awaited.