India: NSCN militants wound three in Mon district (Nagaland) June 5

Event

National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN) militants attacked an Assam Rifles (Indian military) outpost in Mon district (Nagaland state) early on Tuesday, June 5 (local time), wounding three soldiers. Security personnel returned fire and NSCN militants retreated from the outpost. Additional NSCN militant attacks are possible in Nagaland state in the near-term.

Context

The NSCN seeks to establish a sovereign state made up of Naga-inhabited areas in India's northeast and in northwestern Myanmar.

Advice

Individuals in Nagaland state are advised to monitor developments to the situation, remain vigilant for potential militant activity, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.