Breaking News: Heroic Joint Operation in Chhattisgarh – Nine Maoists Neutralized in Intense Dantewada Gunfight
In a significant offensive against Maoist insurgents, a joint team of the District Reserve Guard (DRG) and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) killed nine Maoists during an ongoing encounter in Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, on Tuesday. According to officials, this brings the total number of Naxalites neutralized by security forces in various operations across the state to 154 this year.
The gunfight commenced at 10:30 am and continued with intensity, leading to the recovery of nine bodies dressed in uniforms, as confirmed by police sources. Acting on intelligence inputs, the operation aimed to dismantle Maoist presence in the region.
The police report highlighted the seizure of a substantial cache of weapons from the scene, including a Self-Loading Rifle (SLR), a .303 Rifle, and a .315 Bore Rifle. “So far, nine Maoists have been killed, and a large quantity of weapons has been recovered from the spot,” the statement read. Despite the fierce exchange of fire, all security personnel involved in the operation are reported to be safe.
Further updates are expected as the operation advances, and readers are advised to stay tuned for more developments.
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