India
Grenade attack on minister’s residence in Manipur
Imphal: A grenade, hurled by unidentified armed men, exploded at the residence of Manipur minister Kashim Vashum in Ukhrul district, causing damage to his property, police said on Monday.
According to Kashmir Media Service, no one was injured in the incident that occurred on Saturday night, a senior officer said.
Vashum said he and his family members were not at home when the grenade exploded.
The grenade explosion damaged walls and parts of the minister’s house, he said.
CCTV footage of the surrounding areas was being examined for investigation, the officer said.
No one has claimed responsibility for the attack, he said.
Vashum is a legislator of the Naga People’s Front, an ally of the ruling BJP in the state.
