Chhattisgarh: Two jawans injured in encounter with Maoists in Bijapur

The operation was launched on Monday following intelligence inputs about the movement of Maoist cadres

Updated on: Aug 12, 2025, 11:40:06 IST

By Ritesh Mishra

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Two personnel of the Chhattisgarh Police’s District Reserve Guard (DRG) were injured in an encounter with Maoists in Bijapur district on Tuesday, officials said.

According to a statement issued by police, several Maoists may also have been injured in the exchange of fire.

The gunbattle began in the morning when a DRG team, a specialised wing of the state police, was carrying out an anti-Maoist operation, it said.

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The operation was launched on Monday following intelligence inputs about the movement of Maoist cadres.

“Intermittent firing is still underway. Two DRG jawans suffered minor injuries in the skirmish. They have been evacuated from the site, given preliminary treatment, and will be shifted to Raipur for further medical care,” the police statement said.

Further details will be shared after the operation concludes, police said.

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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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