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Time of India
3 days ago
- Time of India
Encounter in Chhattisgarh: Security forces foil Maoists' ambush in Bastar; arms seized
RAIPUR: A late-night gun battle broke out between Maoists and security forces in Kondagaon district in Bastar division on Friday with an exchange of fire lasting for several minutes that left a villager injured. The condition of the village was stated to be stable and he was receiving treatment at a hospital. Security forces have recovered country-made weapons, Maoist uniforms and literature from the site of the encounter. According to Kondagaon SP Y Akshay Kumar, the encounter took place at Kohkameta village forest in Keshkal. There were specific inputs about the presence of Maoists in the Kanhargaon area and acting on the input, SP directed a joint anti-Maoist operation involving security personnel from Bastar Fighters, District Reserve Guard, and CRPF. Around late night, the security forces came under heavy fire from 10–12 armed Maoists who had laid an ambush. The insurgents, equipped with sophisticated automatic weapons, opened indiscriminate fire with the intent to loot weapons and inflict casualties on the security personnel, said officials. The joint team retaliated, leading to Maoists retreating into forests taking cover of dense trees and darkness. Police said that a villager who was in the nearby region inadvertently came under cross- firing and suffered a bullet injury. He was evacuated and rushed to a local hospital and later referred to Kondagaon district hospital. During a subsequent search of the encounter site, forces recovered two country-made firearms, Maoist uniforms, propaganda literature, bags and medicines. These items, officials said, indicate that the Maoists had been camping in the area and were preparing for an attack. SP Kumar said security forces have intensified the search operation in the forests of Kohkameta and Nalajhar. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Happy Krishna Janmashtami Wishes ,, messages , and quotes !
India Today
4 days ago
- Politics
- India Today
29 Naxal-hit Chhattisgarh villages hoist Tricolour for 1st time since independence
In a historic development, the national flag was hoisted on Friday for the first time since independence in 29 Naxal-affected villages across Chhattisgarh's Bastar region. Police camps have been established in all these villages to ensure security for the 79th Independence Day division, which comprises seven districts, has been struggling with the menace of Left Wing Extremism since over the past three decades. Residents were often forced to follow the diktats of Naxal groups, who labeled the nation's independence as "false freedom" and opposed any government activities. In several areas, Naxals even hoisted black flags in protest during national over the past two years, the security situation has begun to improve. Police camps are gradually being set up in previously high-risk areas, paving the way for the introduction of developmental projects. Continuous efforts by security forces, administration, and targeted development initiatives have created an environment of trust in these villages. Villagers actively participated in the Independence Day celebrations, enthusiastically hoisting the Tricolour. In Narayanpur district, flag hoisting took place in Horadi, Garpa, Kachhpal, Kodliyar, Kutul, Bademakoti, Padmakot, Kandulnar, Nelangur, Pangur, and Sukma district, villages including Raigudem, Tumalpad, Golakunda, Gomguda, Mettaguda, Uskavaya, and Mulkathong witnessed the tricolour fluttering for the first time. In Bijapur district, Kondapalli, Jeedapalli, Vatebagu, Karregutta, Pidia, Gunjeparti, Pujari, Kanker, Bhimaram, Korcholi, and Kotpalli celebrated the occasion with flag forces like the District Reserve Guard, Bastar Fighters and Special Task Force and all wings of the state police, and Central Armed Police Force troops have been continuously carrying out patrolling and other area domination activities in their area of about the same, Sukma SP Kiran Chauhan said police camps are being established continuously in interior areas. Under the state government's Nellanar scheme, development works including road construction, electricity, and mobile towers are being implemented along with basic infrastructure in these Nellanar initiative is aimed at boosting development in Naxal-affected districts like Bijapur, Sukma, Kanker, Dantewada, and Narayanpur and ensuring that residents gain access to essential services and welfare schemes.- Ends(With inputs from Dharmendra Singh.)Must Watch
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Independence Day: Tricolour to be unfurled 1st time at 14 Chhattisgarh villages
The national flag will be unfurled for the first time at 14 remote villages in Chhattisgarh's Left-wing insurgency-hit Bastar region on Independence Day on Friday, the state police said. Anti-Maoist operations have been intensified in Bastar since January. Anti-Maoist operations have been intensified in Bastar since January. (ANI) Inspector general (Bastar Range) Sundarraj P described the development as a 'truly historic milestone' for the region. 'What were once zones of fear and intimidation are now buzzing with preparations. Children are practising patriotic songs, elders are decorating the grounds, and entire communities are coming together in the spirit of freedom.' He credited the transformation to the relentless efforts of security forces and the growing trust between the administration and the people. '...fear has replaced confidence, and the active involvement of villagers alongside our personnel reflects a deepening bond.' Officials said national festivals were once impossible in Maoist strongholds. They added camps of security forces near these villages have instilled a sense of safety and hope among residents. Officials noted that Maoist attempts to mark national occasions with black flags have almost ended. Units of the District Reserve Guard, Bastar Fighters, Special Task Force, and Central Armed Police Forces are carrying out intensive patrols and area domination exercises across Bastar to ensure peaceful celebrations. Chief minister Vishnu Deo Sai will hoist the national flag at Raipur's Police Parade Ground and receive the guard of honour. Ministers and lawmakers will participate in events across the state amid tight security, particularly in Maoist-affected areas.
Hans India
18-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Five Maoists, including minor, arrested in Chhattisgarh's Sukma
Raipur: In a major success for anti-Maoist operations in Chhattisgarh, security forces arrested five Maoists, including a minor, in a joint action near the Chintalnar police station area of Sukma district. The operation, carried out by personnel from the District Reserve Guard (DRG), Bastar Fighters, and local police, led to the recovery of a significant cache of explosives. Among the seized items were 20 gelatin sticks, eight detonators, 10 non-electric detonators, and approximately three meters of cordex wire. According to Sukma SP Kiran Chavan, the arrested individuals were active militia members from the Jagargunda-Pamed area committee and had been involved in a firing incident targeting a police patrol party on November 24, 2024. All five had serious criminal cases registered against them at the Chintalnar police station. Following their arrest on July 16, four were sent to judicial custody while the minor was placed in a juvenile home. This development comes amid an intensified crackdown on Maoist insurgency across Bastar, following Union Home Minister Amit Shah's announcement to eradicate Naxalism from India by March 2026. Maoist organisations themselves have acknowledged the loss of 357 cadres in the past year, including 136 women fighters, in a booklet listing names of those killed in encounters. The government's dual approach -- combining aggressive security operations with rehabilitation efforts -- has led to over 1,400 Maoist surrenders since December 2023. Many former cadres have cited ideological disillusionment and internal discrimination as reasons for laying down arms. Just last week, 23 Maoists with a combined bounty of Rs 1.18 crore surrendered in Sukma, including senior members of the PLGA battalion. Officials said the latest arrests highlight the growing effectiveness of coordinated intelligence and field-level action. With sustained pressure and expanding development initiatives in remote tribal regions, authorities aim to further dismantle the insurgency and reintegrate former combatants into civil society.
India.com
18-07-2025
- Politics
- India.com
Five Maoists, Including Minor, Arrested In Chhattisgarhs Sukma
In a major success for anti-Maoist operations in Chhattisgarh, security forces arrested five Maoists, including a minor, in a joint action near the Chintalnar police station area of Sukma district. The operation, carried out by personnel from the District Reserve Guard (DRG), Bastar Fighters, and local police, led to the recovery of a significant cache of explosives. Among the seized items were 20 gelatin sticks, eight detonators, 10 non-electric detonators, and approximately three meters of cordex wire. According to Sukma SP Kiran Chavan, the arrested individuals were active militia members from the Jagargunda-Pamed area committee and had been involved in a firing incident targeting a police patrol party on November 24, 2024. All five had serious criminal cases registered against them at the Chintalnar police station. Following their arrest on July 16, four were sent to judicial custody while the minor was placed in a juvenile home. This development comes amid an intensified crackdown on Maoist insurgency across Bastar, following Union Home Minister Amit Shah's announcement to eradicate Naxalism from India by March 2026. Maoist organisations themselves have acknowledged the loss of 357 cadres in the past year, including 136 women fighters, in a booklet listing names of those killed in encounters. The government's dual approach -- combining aggressive security operations with rehabilitation efforts -- has led to over 1,400 Maoist surrenders since December 2023. Many former cadres have cited ideological disillusionment and internal discrimination as reasons for laying down arms. Just last week, 23 Maoists with a combined bounty of Rs 1.18 crore surrendered in Sukma, including senior members of the PLGA battalion. Officials said the latest arrests highlight the growing effectiveness of coordinated intelligence and field-level action. With sustained pressure and expanding development initiatives in remote tribal regions, authorities aim to further dismantle the insurgency and reintegrate former combatants into civil society.
