Security forces described the operation as a significant breakthrough in the ongoing anti-Naxal campaign in the region. Over the past four days, personnel have destroyed 214 hideouts and bunkers allegedly used by Naxal operatives.
Five Naxals killed in Bijapur encounter
Raipur: A major anti-Naxalite operation in the Bijapur district of Chhattisgarh has resulted in the killing of five alleged Naxalites and the destruction of 214 hideouts and bunkers, officials said.
According to security sources, forces launched a search operation in a forested area of Bijapur after receiving credible intelligence about the presence of armed Naxal cadres. During the operation, the Naxalites reportedly opened fire on the personnel, triggering an intense exchange of gunfire.
In the ensuing encounter, five suspected Naxalites were killed, officials said.
214 Hideouts Razed, Explosives Recovered
Security forces described the operation as a significant breakthrough in the ongoing anti-Naxal campaign in the region. Over the past four days, personnel have destroyed 214 hideouts and bunkers allegedly used by Naxal operatives.
A large cache of explosives and other materials was also recovered during the operation, which officials say could have been used to target security forces.
Authorities believe the sustained crackdown is weakening the Naxalite network in the area and disrupting their operational capabilities. Further search operations are continuing in the surrounding forest belt.
