Chhattisgarh: Maoists kill Congress worker in Bijapur, probe on

Authorities are also verifying reports that Maoists allegedly killed three other civilians in the Pamed region, in the villages of Kanchal and Meenagatta.

Published on: May 13, 2025, 08:45:39 IST

By Ritesh Mishra

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Maoists have allegedly killed a local Congress worker in Bijapur, while three other people were also allegedly killed by the ultras, but the police are yet to identify the victims and confirm the incidents.

Police said the Bijapur victim, Naga Bhandari, was axed to death around 11:30pm on Sunday night when he was attending a local ceremony in Lingapur village.

“He was attacked by unidentified Maoists. Upon receiving information, the Usoor police reached the spot, conducted a site inspection, and completed inquest formalities,” the police said.

The body was handed over to his family, and further legal procedures are underway.

Authorities are also verifying reports that Maoists allegedly killed three other civilians in the Pamed region, in the villages of Kanchal and Meenagatta.

The Maoists till late Monday evening did not take responsibility for the killings.

Former Chhattisgarh chief minister and senior Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel expressed his condolences over the killing of Bhandari. “On one hand, claims of Maoist eradication are made under the banner of ‘Sushasan Tihar’, while on the other, innocent tribals continue to be killed. The government has failed to ensure their safety.”

Investigations are underway to verify the details of the additional killings, the police added.

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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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