Seven suspected Maoists killed in joint operation in South Abujhmad

Seven suspected Maoists were killed in a joint operation by security forces in Abujhmaad jungles, ongoing since early Thursday morning.

Updated on: Dec 12, 2024, 13:22:10 IST

By Ritesh Mishra

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Raipur: At least seven suspected Maoists were killed on Thursday in a joint operation by the security forces, including the District Reserve Guard (DRG), Special Task Force (STF), and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) in Abujhmaad jungles, officials said.

Seven suspected Maoists killed in South Abujhmad (Representational image)

The operation commenced in response to intelligence inputs about Maoist activity in the region, said a police officer.

“Early on Thursday morning intermittent encounters have been ongoing between the security forces and Maoists since 3 am” said a statement issued by Bastar police .

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The bodies of seven uniformed Maoist cadres have been recovered during the operation, which in progress.

Search operations and the encounter are still underway as forces press ahead in the dense and challenging terrain, added the officer.

More details of operation are awaited.

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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