NPP candidate in Nagaland escapes bid on life

Kohima Feb 16 (IANS) National People s Party (NPP) candidate T Chalukumba who is contesting the February 27 Nagaland assembly elections escaped an attempt on his life in Mokokchung district this afternoon police said.

"A person tried to cause a commotion and opened fire at the candidate. However the bodyguard thwarted the bid " Nagaland Police chief Rupin Sharma told IANS.

However the identity of the assailant is yet to be ascertained since he managed to escape.

"Chalukumba was taken to Mokokchung police station 2 and and later after ensuring his security taken to police station 1 for lodging an FIR.

"He (Chalukumba) is safe. I have assured him of all possible security assistance to him including provision of additional security personnel " said Sharma.

Meanwhile the Nagaland Police announced a reward of Rs 2 000 for the bodyguard Constable Imkong Ozukum and congratulated him for his quick thinking and brave act.

--IANS
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