A major encounter in the Lugu mountain region of Bokaro district led to the death of Kunwar Manjhi, a Naxalite with a five-lakh rupee bounty. The encounter also resulted in the martyrdom of a Cobra Battalion jawan. The police initiated a special operation based on intelligence about the presence of a Naxal group near Lugu mountain. During the search operation, a direct confrontation occurred, leading to an intense exchange of fire. Kunwar Manjhi was killed, and his AK-47 was seized. The Naxalites tried to use villagers as a shield. When this failed, they shot and killed a local villager to mislead the police. This encounter took place in the same area where eight Naxalites were killed in April. The search operation continues to locate the remaining Naxals.
Major Blow to Naxals in Bokaro: Top Rebel Killed, Soldier Sacrifices Life
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