In a high-stakes anti-Naxal operation deep in Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur district, security forces are locked in a fierce firefight with armed Maoists in the southern forested regions. The encounter, which began at around 7 AM on Thursday, has been ongoing intermittently, sending shockwaves through the dense jungle terrain.
Acting on precise intelligence about a group of heavily armed Maoists plotting a major attack, the District Reserve Guard (DRG) launched a large-scale search mission early Wednesday morning. As the elite team advanced through the Naxal-dominated jungles of South Bijapur, ambushers opened fire suddenly, triggering a robust response from the jawans.
The rugged, forested landscape poses significant challenges, but reinforcements have swiftly cordoned off escape routes, trapping the insurgents. Gunfire echoes continue to reverberate, creating an atmosphere of tension in nearby villages.
Bijapur Superintendent of Police Dr. Jitendra Yadav confirmed all personnel are safe and the operation is under strict senior oversight. He urged civilians to avoid the area and disregard rumors, emphasizing the forces’ commitment to neutralizing the threat without collateral damage.
This clash underscores the persistent Maoist menace in Bastar, where security agencies are ramping up efforts to dismantle rebel strongholds. Updates on casualties, seizures, or eliminations will follow once the operation concludes, marking another critical push in India’s fight against left-wing extremism.