Bastar, Chhattisgarh — In a tragic turn of events, a District Reserve Guard (DRG) jawan was killed in an improvised explosive device (IED) blast on Thursday, just hours after security forces eliminated a top Maoist leader in an intense encounter in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar region.
According to police sources, the IED was planted by Maoist insurgents along a forested route in the Narayanpur district. The DRG jawan was part of a search and area domination operation launched in the aftermath of the encounter that claimed the life of a senior Maoist commander earlier in the day.
The slain jawan, whose identity has not yet been publicly disclosed, was critically injured in the blast and succumbed to his injuries while being evacuated for medical attention.
The encounter earlier on Thursday involved a joint team of the DRG, Special Task Force (STF), and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), who were acting on intelligence inputs about Maoist movement in the region. Officials confirmed the death of a high-ranking Maoist leader, who was wanted in several violent incidents and carried a substantial bounty on his head.
Security forces have intensified combing operations in the area to flush out any remaining Maoist cadres and to prevent further casualties.
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister [Insert Name] expressed grief over the jawan’s death, saluting his bravery and assuring continued efforts to eradicate Maoist insurgency from the state.
This latest incident underscores the persistent threat posed by Naxalite groups in Chhattisgarh’s conflict-ridden interiors and the ongoing risks faced by security personnel.
FAQ
1. What happened in Chhattisgarh recently involving Maoists and security forces?
A District Reserve Guard (DRG) jawan was killed in an IED blast in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar region, just hours after a top Maoist leader was killed in an encounter with security forces.
2. Who was the Maoist leader killed in the encounter?
Authorities have confirmed the Maoist leader was a senior commander involved in multiple attacks across Chhattisgarh. Further details, including the identity and bounty, are expected to be officially released.
3. What is the DRG (District Reserve Guard)?
The DRG is a specialized anti-Maoist unit composed mainly of local tribal youth and trained personnel, deployed in Naxal-affected regions of Chhattisgarh to combat insurgency.
4. Where did the IED blast occur?
The blast occurred in the Narayanpur district of Chhattisgarh, in a forested area during a search operation launched after the earlier encounter.
5. Was the IED blast related to the earlier encounter?
Officials suspect the blast was a retaliatory action by Maoist insurgents in response to the death of their leader, a common tactic to deter further pursuit.
6. What steps are being taken by the government?
Security has been heightened in the region. Additional forces have been deployed for search operations and area domination. The Chhattisgarh government has also promised continued operations to root out Maoist activity.
7. How serious is the Maoist insurgency in Chhattisgarh?
Chhattisgarh is one of the worst-affected states by Maoist (Naxal) insurgency in India. Districts like Bastar, Dantewada, and Narayanpur frequently witness encounters, ambushes, and landmine incidents.
Publish on may 22,2025 by :selvi