Three security personnel injured in Maoist violence in Chhattisgarh

The first incident took place in Sukma forest when alleged Maoists fired at the police party that was cordoning off the area. Two policemen sustained bullet injuries in the ensuing gunfight, Sunderaj P, IG Bastar said.

Published on: Jan 10, 2020, 19:21:27 IST

Hindustan Times, Raipur | By Ritesh Mishra

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At least three security personnel were injured in two different incidents that took place on Friday in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar region, police said.

At least three security personnel were injured in two different incidents that took place on Friday in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar region. (Representative Image) (PTI)

The first incident took place in Sukma forest when alleged Maoists fired at the police party that was cordoning off the area. Two policemen sustained bullet injuries in the ensuing gunfight, Sunderaj P, IG Bastar said.

Sunderaj added that in Narayanpur district of the region, one (ITBP) jawan was injured when an improvised explosive device was remotely triggered by the Maoists.

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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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