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News18
29-07-2025
- Politics
- News18
Naxal killed, three security personnel injured in Chhattisgarh encounter
Sukma, July 29 (PTI) A Naxalite was killed and three security personnel were injured in an IED blast during an encounter in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district on Tuesday, a police officer said. He said a joint team of security personnel on an anti-Naxal operation and Maoists exchanged fire in the forest along the Sukma-Dantewada inter-district border. The operation, involving personnel of the Special Task Force (STF), District Reserve Guard (DRG) and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), was launched on Monday based on inputs about the presence of Maoists in the area, said Sukma Superintendent of Police Kiran Chavan. During the search of the encounter site, security personnel found the body of a male Naxalite along with a huge cache of arms, ammunition, and explosive materials. 'Three personnel belonging to DRG sustained injuries in a pressure IED blast during the operation. All injured personnel have been safely evacuated and are being referred to higher medical centres for advanced treatment. Their condition is currently stable and out of danger," Chavan said. He said that as the operation is still underway, other details cannot be discussed. With the latest gunfight, 226 Naxalites have been killed in separate encounters in Chhattisgarh so far this year. Of them, 208 were eliminated in the Bastar division, which includes districts of Bijapur, Bastar, Kanker, Konadagaon, Narayanpur, Sukma, and Dantewada. PTI Cor TKP GK NSK view comments First Published: July 29, 2025, 18:45 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
New Indian Express
29-07-2025
- New Indian Express
Naxal killed, three security personnel injured in Chhattisgarh encounter
SUKMA: A Naxalite was killed and three security personnel were injured in an IED blast during an encounter in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district on Tuesday, a police officer said. He said a joint team of security personnel on an anti-Naxal operation and Maoists exchanged fire in the forest along the Sukma-Dantewada inter-district border. The operation, involving personnel of the Special Task Force (STF), District Reserve Guard (DRG) and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), was launched on Monday based on inputs about the presence of Maoists in the area, said Sukma Superintendent of Police Kiran Chavan.
Time of India
26-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
BRO builds Bailey bridge in Maoist commander Hidma's village, connecting Chhattisgarh's Sukma to mainstream
RAIPUR: A 15-meter-long Bailey bridge has been built by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) right in the heart of CPI (Maoists) commander Hidma's native village, Puvarti, linking the once-isolated and inaccessible rebel stronghold with the broader road network and Sukma district headquarters for the first time in decades. For the villagers of Puvarti and surrounding hamlets like Silger, Duler, and Elmaguda, the bridge brings relief from decades of isolation, especially during the monsoon, when water-logged terrain made travel nearly impossible and these regions turned into islands. Locals had to wade through overflowing streams and rough jungle trails, often risking their lives to reach markets or health centres. 'The 15-meter-long steel bridge, a critical component of the Silger–Puvarti road corridor, now links over a dozen remote villages to district headquarters, marking a new era of accessibility, even during peak monsoon,' said Sukma SP Kiran Chavan. SP added, 'The bridge has been constructed by BRO in very short time. This is not just a physical bridge. It will be a lifeline for the people of Puvarti, Hidma's village, and surrounding hamlets that were previously cut off from basic services. It now directly connects these villages to Sukma and Dantewada via Jagargunda, transforming the development landscape.' Officials in Bastar told TOI, 'This marks a crucial milestone in India's push to integrate conflict-affected tribal interiors into the mainstream. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Libas Purple Days Sale Libas Undo The area had remained under heavy Maoist control for over four decades. Now, BRO's swift construction, carried out under tight security cover, has for the first time enabled all-weather movement of security forces, essential goods, traders, and civilians between once fiercely Maoist-affected regions Silger, Puvarti, and Jagargunda. ' The bridge's completion is part of the component of Rs 66 crore central government project, which includes the construction of 64 km of all-weather roads across Naxal-affected Sukma. Of this, a 51 km road stretch from Elmaguda to Puvarti is being constructed at a cost of Rs 53 crore, directly benefiting villages like Silger, Timmapuram, Gollakonda, Tekulguda, Jabbagatta, and Tumalpad. 'During monsoon, this entire belt was completely cut off. Now, with this bridge, not only will civilians move freely, but so will development,' a local official said. Until recently, this area was dominated by Maoist leaders Hidma and Deva, with BRO construction virtually impossible due to IED threats and ambushes. However, after security forces established a forward base camp in the region from last year, Maoist presence shrunk to pockets. What is a Bailey Bridge? A Bailey Bridge is a modular, pre-fabricated truss bridge made from steel, joined by nuts and bolts, allowing rapid deployment in difficult terrains. Invented during the 1940s by Donald Bailey for military use, it is now widely used by armed forces and emergency relief agencies. The bridge doesn't require heavy machinery for installation and is ideal for remote or flood-affected areas, border zones, and disaster recovery efforts. The Bailey bridge, built using pre-fabricated steel segments, is capable of withstanding the load of heavy military and commercial vehicles.
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.
