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Hans India
25-05-2025
- Hans India
Two top Maoist leaders killed in J'khand action
Jharkhand: Two senior leaders of the Jharkhand Jan Mukti Parishad (JJMP), a splinter Maoist outfit, were killed in a gunfight on Saturday during an anti-Naxal operation in the forests of Latehar district. One of the slain militants, Pappu Lohra, was the supremo of the JJMP and carried a bounty of Rs 10 lakh on his head. His associate, identified as Prabhat Ganjhu, had a reward of Rs 5 lakh. The gun battle took place under the jurisdiction of the Latehar Police Station and was the result of a joint operation by the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and the Jharkhand Police, launched on the basis of intelligence input regarding the presence of Lohra and his group in the area. According to Palamu DIG YS Ramesh, the Maoists opened fire on the approaching security personnel, prompting a retaliatory response. Both Lohra and Ganjhu were killed in the ensuing exchange of fire. Latehar Superintendent of Police Kumar Gaurav led the operation, which is reportedly still ongoing. In addition to the two fatalities, another JJMP member was injured and subsequently arrested. Security forces also recovered an INSAS rifle from the site. The deaths of Lohra and Ganjhu mark a significant blow to the JJMP's activities in the region, further weakening the influence of the renegade Maoist faction in Jharkhand.
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Local artistes seek infra, incentives for sustainable cultural growth
Ranchi: A growing number of local musicians, theatre artistes, and performers across the state are raising concerns over the lack of support infrastructure that is stifling cultural growth. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Artistes highlighted that govt recognition alone is no longer enough; they want support and a sustainable ecosystem that values their work. Munna Lohra, an artiste of Rangmanch, said, "If efforts are made, we might still be able to save our cultural legacy. But there is no infrastructure, no consistent govt support. We are invited to departmental events occasionally , but there is no continuity. Art requires constant nurturing, not just seasonal celebration." According to them, the lack of infrastructure and incentives in the state is discouraging, especially for young talent. Lohra stated, "Today, many artistes from the state are forced to move to Mumbai or Delhi because there's no vision here. There's no platform, no employment plan, no financial support, and this is despite the fact that people here speak nine different regional languages, each rich in tradition. The govt doesn't promote cultural productions in these languages. " Artistes are also calling for practical steps like setting up theatres and recording studios that are accessible to regional creators. Manish Sony, a singer, said, "The govt should provide such spaces at no cost or at least charge a nominal maintenance fee. Artists should be allowed to rehearse, sell their art, and perform regularly. Independent artists who create music albums often lack distribution support. Despite investing their own money, they struggle to recover costs, as there is no govt platform to help show their work to the public. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now " Padma Shri awardee and folk singer Madhu Mansuri Hasmukh said, "The govt should support artists with incentives, especially those who face struggles in the beginning of their careers and those who cross the age of 60. These artists often encounter fewer opportunities and greater financial challenges." Saurav Nirjha, owner of a music studio in Ranchi, said, "People from outside come and make commercial content here, but our own local artistes have no access to systems that could amplify their voices. There's no release policy, no grants, and no marketing push."
News18
24-05-2025
- News18
Two Maoists Killed In Gunfight In Jharkhand
Published By : PTI A Maoist and a police personnel were also injured in the encounter. Two Maoists, including JJMP supremo Pappu Lohra were killed in a gunfight with security forces in Jharkhand's Latehar district on Saturday morning, police said. A Maoist and a police personnel were also injured in the encounter. Awadh Singh, the injured policeman, was airlifted to Ranchi for better medical care, officials added. Jharkhand Jan Mukti Parishad (JJMP) chief Lohra, who was carrying a bounty of Rs 10 lakh on his head, and Prabhat Ganjhu, the sub-zonal commander of the organisation who carried a reward of Rs 5 lakh, were killed during the operation, police said. The joint operation was carried out by the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Jharkhand Police in Ichabar forest area under Latehar police station limits, a senior officer said. 'Two Maoists were killed in a gunfight with security forces. Police have recovered their bodies," Palamu DIG YS Ramesh told PTI. Police confirmed that the bodies of Lohra and Ganjhu were recovered from the encounter site. Ashish Kumar, another wanted member of the group who was injured during the operation, has been arrested. An INSAS rifle was recovered during the subsequent search, Ramesh said. Acting on a tip-off about the presence of Lohra and his associates in the forest, a team of security personnel, led by Latehar SP Kumar Gaurav, launched a search operation, officials said. 'As soon as the Maoists spotted the security personnel, they opened fire. The team retaliated," a police officer involved in the operation said. Lohra was wanted in 98 cases, including murder, extortion, and arson, across several districts such as Lohardaga, Gumla, Chatra, Palamu, and Latehar. Ganjhu was wanted in 15 cases, according to Ramesh. Both were allegedly involved in the killing of Deputy Commandant of Jharkhand Jaguar, Rajesh Kumar, during an operation in September 2021. Calling the development a 'major success" for law enforcement, Palamu IG Sunil Bhaskar urged remaining Maoists to surrender, taking advantage of the state government's surrender policy. First Published: May 24, 2025, 20:17 IST
Mint
24-05-2025
- Mint
Maoists with ₹10 lakh and ₹5 lakh bounties killed by security forces in Jharkhand
Two Maoists, including Pappu Lohra—the chief of the Maoist splinter group Jharkhand Jan Mukti Parishad (JJMP) and a wanted man with a ₹ 10 lakh bounty—were killed in an encounter with security forces in Jharkhand's Latehar district on Saturday morning, police said. According to a senior officer, the operation was part of an anti-Naxal crackdown jointly carried out by the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and the Jharkhand Police in a forest area under the jurisdiction of the Latehar Police Station, PTI reported. 'Two Maoists were killed in a gunfight with security forces. The police have recovered their bodies,' Palamu DIG YS Ramesh told PTI. The police said the bodies of Lohra and another person, whose identity is yet to be ascertained, have been recovered. One dreaded member of the group, who was injured, has been arrested, and an INSAS rifle has been recovered from him, sources told PTI. Acting on a tip-off that Lohra and his associates were in the forest, a team of security personnel led by Latehar Superintendent of Police (SP) Kumar Gaurav launched a search operation, the police officer said.
The Print
24-05-2025
- The Print
Two Maoists killed in gunfight in Jharkhand
Latehar (Jharkhand), May 24 (PTI) Two Maoists, including JJMP supremo Pappu Lohra, who was carrying a bounty of Rs 10 lakh on his head, were killed in a gunfight with security forces in Jharkhand's Latehar district on Saturday morning, police said. Lohra, the chief of the Jharkhand Jan Mukti Parishad (JJMP), a Maoist splinter group, and his associate were killed during an anti-Naxal operation, conducted jointly by the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and the Jharkhand Police, in a forest under the Latehar Police Station limits, a senior officer said.
