The District Administration, Pungro headed by ADC, Pungro, Hotolu Sema, in the presence of representatives from Pungro Area Public Forum, Yimkhiung Tribal Council, Gaon Buras and Wards Chairmen distributed essential relief materials to the families belonging to Zaonger village, Pokphur Village, Longtsunger Village and Pungro Town affected by the recent tribal conflict at the ADC’s office premises, Pungro on 15th October 2026. The initiative ensured that no affected family was left out, and approximately 250 households collected the relief materials.

As per the detailed assessment conducted in Pungro on 14th October 2026, 7 houses were burnt, 12 houses vandalized, taking the toll of the total houses affected to 19 during the recent tribal conflict.

The situation is under control, but the district administration and the law enforcing agencies remains vigilant, with security personnel patrolling sensitive pockets in the area.

(Throngsela, IA Pungro)