Incidents of pre-poll clashes were reported from Longkhum village in Mokokchung district late Sunday night, with sources indicating that clashes occurred at around 11 pm and again at approximately 2 am on Monday.
According to sources, one individual sustained head injuries in the incident and was rushed to the hospital for medical attention. The exact number of those injured could not be immediately confirmed at the time of filing this report.
While IRB personnel were present at the scene and brought the situation under control, sources informed that more police officials are on their way to the village to assess the situation.
Further details are awaited as the situation develops.