In a recent encounter in the forests of Abujhmad, Chhattisgarh`s Narayanpur district, security forces engaged with Naxalites over the past two days, resulting in the deaths of at least eight Naxalites. According to IG Bastar P Sundarraj, eight bodies of Naxalites were recovered, while three security personnel sustained injuries. Tragically, one security personnel lost his life, and the remaining two injured were airlifted to Raipur for treatment, with reports indicating they are now stable. The operation highlights ongoing tensions in the region, where security forces continue to confront Naxalite insurgents in efforts to maintain peace and order.

A fierce gun-battle broke out between security forces and Naxalites ahead of sixth phase of Lok Sabha Polls 2024. In major crackdown on extremists, security forces killed 8 Naxals in Chhattisgarh’s Dantewada since May 23. Based on inputs, DRG and STF launched coordinated search ops in the area which later turned into encounter. Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai congratulated security forces highlighting Govt’s committed to putting an end to Naxalism. Earlier on April 16, as many as 29 Naxals were gunned down in a massive encounter in Chhattisgarh Kanker. Later, Home Minister Amit Shah on April 17 said that “Naxalism will be uprooted from the country”. Meanwhile, massive encounter is still underway in the area and more updates will follow.