A senior police officer, ASP Akash Rao Giripunje, has been killed in an IED blast in the Sukma district of Chhattisgarh. The blast occurred near Dondra village, resulting in injuries to several other police personnel. The patrol was underway in response to a bandh called by Naxals. The ASP, who was critically injured, passed away while receiving treatment at Konta hospital. Deputy CM Vijay Shamra expressed deep sorrow over the ASP’s death, acknowledging his valor. This incident underscores the persistent threat posed by Naxal groups in the region, even as security forces continue their operations. The authorities have initiated extensive search operations in the area following the attack.
Sukma IED Blast Claims Life of ASP, Injures Police Officers in Chhattisgarh
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