3 Maoists killed in gunfight with security forces in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar: Police

During the search operation, Maoists opened fire on the police party, leading to a retaliatory action by the police

Published on: Aug 29, 2024, 14:45:07 IST

By Ritesh Mishra

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Three suspected Maoists were killed in a gunfight with joint security forces in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar district on Thursday, police said.

A joint team of DRG, STF and BSF had launched a search operation in the Abujhmad area. (Representative file photo)

The encounter is currently underway.

Superintendent of police (SP), Narayanpur, Prabhat Kumar said that a joint team of district reserve guard (DRG), special task force (STF), and Border Security Force (BSF) had launched a search operation in the Abujhmad area of Narayanpur district, following intelligence inputs about the presence of Maoist leaders.

“During the search operation, Maoists opened fire on the police party, leading to a retaliatory action by the police. After the firing stopped, police have found the bodies of three women cadres of Maoists. The police have also found Maoist literature and search operation of the area will continue,” said the SP.

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According to Chhattisgarh police records, at least 34 civilians have been killed by Maoists in Bastar region this year, while 145 Maoists died in gunfight with security forces in anti- Left-Wing Extremism (LWE) operations in Chhattisgarh this year.

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Ritesh Mishra
Ritesh Mishra is the State Correspondent for Chhattisgarh with Hindustan Times. He reports on Maoism, internal security, politics, mining, governance, and major developments shaping the state. Based in Raipur, he has covered Chhattisgarh since 2016, reporting extensively from the Bastar region and other conflict-affected areas. With nearly two decades of experience in journalism, Ritesh has built a reputation for ground reporting from some of India's most challenging terrains. His coverage spans Left-Wing Extremism, counter-insurgency operations, elections, tribal affairs, environmental issues, infrastructure, mining, and socio-economic developments. He has reported on major security operations, policy initiatives, wildlife crime, and the changing dynamics of conflict and development in Central India. Before moving to Chhattisgarh, Ritesh spent eight years reporting from Madhya Pradesh, covering politics, administration, crime, development, and social issues. Throughout his career, he has reported on various forms of extremism in Central India, combining field reporting with in-depth analysis to produce accurate, balanced, and impactful journalism. Prior to joining Hindustan Times, Ritesh worked with The Pioneer and The Free Press Journal, where he covered a wide range of beats and honed his skills in political, investigative, and field reporting. His reporting is marked by exclusive stories, extensive fieldwork, and a commitment to factual, on-the-ground journalism that brings complex issues to a wider audience.Read More

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