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The '''2011 Tirap Ambush''' was a violent clash between the [[NSCN|National Socialist Council of Nagaland—Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM)]] and [[NSCN|National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K)]] militant groups on the [[Indo-Myanmar border]] of [[Tirap district]], in Eastern [[Arunachal Pradesh]], [[India]].<ref name="SATPBeyondNagaland"/>
The '''2011 Tirap Ambush''' was a violent clash within the [[National Socialist Council of Nagaland|National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN)]] between the NSCN--Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) and the NSCN--Khaplang (NSCN-K) militant groups on the Indo-Myanmar border of [[Tirap district]], in Eastern [[Arunachal Pradesh|Arunachal Pradesh, India]].<ref name="SATPBeyondNagaland"/>


==Background==
==Background==
In 2010, reconciliation attempts by the [[Federal Government of Nagaland/ Naga National Council]] had resulted in a large drop in fatalities in the [[NSCN Internecine Conflict]]. However, starting in December 2010, an [[2010-2011 NSCN Internecine Conflict|escalation]] in the conflict began for unclear reasons.
In 2010, reconciliation attempts by the Federal Government of Nagaland/ Naga National Council had resulted in a large drop in fatalities in the NSCN Internecine Conflict. However, starting in December 2010, an escalation in the conflict began for unclear reasons.


On December 27, 110 [[NSCN | NSCN-K]] militants attacked an [[NSCN | NSCN-IM]] post at [[Khamlang]] village in the [[Changlang District]] of [[Arunachal Pradesh]], killing at least two NSCN-IM cadres and injuring 5.<ref name="EurasiaReview"/><ref name="SATPBeyondNagaland">{{Cite web | title=Internecine Conflict Beyond Nagaland | url=https://www.satp.org/satporgtp/countries/india/database/internecine_beyondnagaland.htm | website=South Asia Terrorism Portal | access-date=December 27, 2023}}</ref> Following this, numerous other clashes occurred in the district, with violence spilling over into neighboring [[Tirap district]] as well.<ref name="SATPBeyondNagaland"/>
On December 27, 110 NSCN-K militants attacked an NSCN-IM post at [[Khamlang]] village in the [[Changlang District]] of [[Arunachal Pradesh]], killing at least two NSCN-IM cadres and injuring 5.<ref name="EurasiaReview"/><ref name="SATPBeyondNagaland">{{Cite web | title=Internecine Conflict Beyond Nagaland | url=https://www.satp.org/satporgtp/countries/india/database/internecine_beyondnagaland.htm | website=South Asia Terrorism Portal | access-date=December 27, 2023}}</ref> Following this, numerous other clashes occurred in the district, with violence spilling over into neighboring [[Tirap district]] as well.<ref name="SATPBeyondNagaland"/>


==Ambush==
==Ambush==
On the night of February 24, 2011, some 100 [[NSCN | NSCN-IM]] cadres crossing into [[Tirap District|Tirap]] from Myanmar's [[Sagaing]] region were ambushed by [[NSCN | NSCN-K]] forces.<ref name="SATP2012"/> The clash lasted into the 25th of February, and ultimately resulted in the [[NSCN | NSCN-IM]] being repulsed from the area. At least 30 [[NSCN | NSCN-IM]] cadres were killed, and an unknown number were injured. At least 5 [[NSCN | NSCN-K]] cadres were killed in the clash as well. Neither side made any detailed report of the incident; its first mention occurred in [[Research and Analysis Wing|Indian intelligence reports]] weeks after the incident.<ref name="EurasiaReview"/><ref name="SATPBeyondNagaland"/>
On the night of February 24, 2011, some 100 NSCN-IM cadres crossing into [[Tirap District|Tirap]] from Myanmar's [[Sagaing]] region were ambushed by NSCN-K forces.<ref name="SATP2012"/> The clash lasted into the 25th of February, and ultimately resulted in the NSCN-IM being repulsed from the area. At least 30 NSCN-IM cadres were killed, and an unknown number were injured. At least 5 NSCN-K cadres were killed in the clash as well. Neither side made any detailed report of the incident; its first mention occurred in [[Research and Analysis Wing|Indian intelligence reports]] weeks after the incident.<ref name="EurasiaReview"/><ref name="SATPBeyondNagaland"/>


==Aftermath==
==Aftermath==
Following this incident, the rate of conflict between the two sides increased significantly.<ref name="SATPBeyondNagaland"/> The day after the ambush, on February 26, a clash broke out in [[Myanmar]] where at least 2 [[NSCN | NSCN-K]] militants were injured.<ref name="SATP2012"/><ref name="EurasiaReview"/>
Following this incident, the rate of conflict between the two sides increased significantly.<ref name="SATPBeyondNagaland"/> The day after the ambush, on February 26, a clash broke out in [[Myanmar]] where at least 2 NSCN-K militants were injured.<ref name="SATP2012"/><ref name="EurasiaReview"/>
The deterioration in the [[NSCN | NSCN-IM's]] strength following these clashes, as well as the general turmoil regarding the outfit, may have played a role in the creation of the [[Zelianrong United Front]] by disgruntled [[NSCN | NSCN-IM]] cadres the same day as the clash on the 25th. The [[ZUF]] has been known to often collaborate with the [[NSCN | NSCN-K]] in attacks against the [[NSCN | NSCN-IM]].<ref name="EurasiaReview"/>
The deterioration in the NSCN-IM's strength following these clashes, as well as the general turmoil regarding the outfit, may have played a role in the creation of the [[Zelianrong United Front|Zelianrong United Front (ZUF)]] by disgruntled NSCN-IM cadres the same day as the clash on the 25th. The ZUF has been known to often collaborate with the NSCN-K in attacks against the NSCN-IM.<ref name="EurasiaReview"/>
Near constant gunfights between the two factions continued till at least the 28th, leading to an unknown number of casualties on both sides. Notable clashes with heavy casualties would be reported on [[Kothin Clash|July 13]], [[Battle of Leishok|October 7]], October 18, and November 10 of that year, with dozens of smaller gunfights occurring between these dates as well. The total number of casualties on either side in these clashes has never been specified.<ref name="SATP2012"/> The [[NSCN internecine conflict]] continues to the present.
Near constant gunfights between the two factions continued till at least the 28th, leading to an unknown number of casualties on both sides. Notable clashes with heavy casualties would be reported on July 13 (the Kothin Clash), October 7 (the Battle of Leishok), October 18, and November 10 of that year, with dozens of smaller gunfights occurring between these dates as well. The total number of casualties on either side in these clashes has never been specified.<ref name="SATP2012"/> The NSCN internecine conflict continues to the present.


==References==
==References==
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Revision as of 18:26, 5 June 2024

2011 Tirap Ambush
Part of the Naga Interfactional Conflicts within the Insurgency in Nagaland, Insurgency in Northeast India
Date24–25 February 2011
Location
Indo-Myanmar Border, Tirap District, Arunachal Pradesh, India
Result NSCN-K victory
Belligerents
NSCN-K NSCN-IM
Strength
Unknown 100+[1]
Casualties and losses
5+ soldiers killed[2] 30+ soldiers killed[2]

The 2011 Tirap Ambush was a violent clash within the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN) between the NSCN--Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) and the NSCN--Khaplang (NSCN-K) militant groups on the Indo-Myanmar border of Tirap district, in Eastern Arunachal Pradesh, India.[3]

Background

In 2010, reconciliation attempts by the Federal Government of Nagaland/ Naga National Council had resulted in a large drop in fatalities in the NSCN Internecine Conflict. However, starting in December 2010, an escalation in the conflict began for unclear reasons.

On December 27, 110 NSCN-K militants attacked an NSCN-IM post at Khamlang village in the Changlang District of Arunachal Pradesh, killing at least two NSCN-IM cadres and injuring 5.[2][3] Following this, numerous other clashes occurred in the district, with violence spilling over into neighboring Tirap district as well.[3]

Ambush

On the night of February 24, 2011, some 100 NSCN-IM cadres crossing into Tirap from Myanmar's Sagaing region were ambushed by NSCN-K forces.[1] The clash lasted into the 25th of February, and ultimately resulted in the NSCN-IM being repulsed from the area. At least 30 NSCN-IM cadres were killed, and an unknown number were injured. At least 5 NSCN-K cadres were killed in the clash as well. Neither side made any detailed report of the incident; its first mention occurred in Indian intelligence reports weeks after the incident.[2][3]

Aftermath

Following this incident, the rate of conflict between the two sides increased significantly.[3] The day after the ambush, on February 26, a clash broke out in Myanmar where at least 2 NSCN-K militants were injured.[1][2] The deterioration in the NSCN-IM's strength following these clashes, as well as the general turmoil regarding the outfit, may have played a role in the creation of the Zelianrong United Front (ZUF) by disgruntled NSCN-IM cadres the same day as the clash on the 25th. The ZUF has been known to often collaborate with the NSCN-K in attacks against the NSCN-IM.[2] Near constant gunfights between the two factions continued till at least the 28th, leading to an unknown number of casualties on both sides. Notable clashes with heavy casualties would be reported on July 13 (the Kothin Clash), October 7 (the Battle of Leishok), October 18, and November 10 of that year, with dozens of smaller gunfights occurring between these dates as well. The total number of casualties on either side in these clashes has never been specified.[1] The NSCN internecine conflict continues to the present.

References

  1. ^ a b c d "India: Insurgency Northeast: Nagaland". South Asia Terrorism Portal. Retrieved December 27, 2023.
  2. ^ a b c d e f "India: The Challenge of Peace". Eurasia Review. 11 April 2011. Retrieved 17 Dec 2023.
  3. ^ a b c d e "Internecine Conflict Beyond Nagaland". South Asia Terrorism Portal. Retrieved December 27, 2023.
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