anti naxal operation

DGP CV Anand Reviews Readiness of Elite Units

The assassination of Manipur's foremost church leader heralds a critical juncture for the central government's attempt to reestablish stability. With elections approaching, an extensive mobilization of elite CRPF units, complete with advanced technology like drones and armored vehicles, is set to combat the prevalent gun culture and reinforce the rule of law in the tumultuous region.

Four security personnel, including an inspector, tragically lost their lives in an accidental IED blast during a de-mining operation in Chhattisgarh's Kanker-Narayanpur border region. The blast occurred while the team was attempting to defuse a Maoist-planted explosive. This incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by forces in the insurgency-affected Bastar area.

Security forces battling Maoists in Saranda forest are also fighting malaria, with nine CoBRA jawans diagnosed in six days. One jawan died, and another was airlifted for treatment. The dense, rain-fed forest provides ideal breeding grounds for mosquitoes, contributing to a high number of malaria cases in the region.

A CoBRA jawan was injured in an IED blast during an ongoing gun battle with Maoist guerrillas in Jharkhand's Saranda forest. Security forces are engaged in a two-day operation to flush out Naxals, including a high-value target. Despite intermittent firing and previous injuries to five personnel, forces have cornered rebels and are pursuing a strategy of surrender or elimination.

A Maoist commander, Rupi, with a Rs 5 lakh bounty, was killed in a gunfight with security forces in Kanker district. The encounter occurred in a forested area under Chhote Betia police station. Security forces recovered the commander's body and a weapon, and have intensified search operations in the vicinity.

A CRPF CoBRA jawan, Rakesh Kumar, tragically lost his life after a tree collapsed on his makeshift camp during a severe storm in West Singhbhum's Saranda forest. Despite being airlifted for advanced treatment, he succumbed to his injuries. The incident highlights the challenges faced by security forces during inclement weather in anti-Naxal operations.

Odisha police are honoring security personnel lost in the fight against left-wing extremism, now officially eradicated. Teams are visiting families of fallen heroes to acknowledge their sacrifices, which paved the way for peace. The initiative aims to ensure these families feel connected to the mission and remain respected and supported, reinforcing that martyrs are integral to this milestone achievement.

An IT professional, GS Sharanya, went missing for four days in the dense Kodagu forests after getting separated during a trek to Tadiandamol. Despite a leg injury, limited water, and no food, she made cautious decisions to stay visible and conserve energy.

Odisha's declaration of being Maoist-free brings mixed emotions. While the government celebrates peace, families of slain security personnel and civilians resent the rehabilitation of surrendered Maoists, viewing it as a betrayal. They question the leniency shown to those accused of heinous crimes, contrasting it with the struggles of victims' families.