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Security forces have scored a major success against Maoists in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district. A joint team recovered weapons and explosive-making equipment from a hidden dump in forest areas. This operation significantly weakens the Naxal network's capabilities in the region. The recovery follows recent surrenders and ongoing anti-Maoist operations across Bastar.

Key Points: Security Forces Recover Arms Cache Maoist Dump Bijapur Chhattisgarh

  • Joint operation by CRPF CoBRA commandos and Bastariya battalions in Bijapur forest
  • Recovered lethal machine, generator, and explosive manufacturing materials
  • Equipment destroyed foiling major Maoist conspiracy
  • Follows recent surrender of 30 Naxals in Bijapur district
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Chhattisgarh: Security forces recover arms cache, explosive-making equipment from Maoists' dump in Bijapur

Joint security operation in Bijapur uncovers major Maoist weapons cache and explosive-making equipment, dealing a significant blow to Naxal network in Chhattisgarh.

"We recovered a huge amount of arms and ammunition - Narayanpur Superintendent of Police Robinson Guria"

Bijapur, September 7

In a joint operation carried out by security forces in Bijapur district, a significant cache of weapons concealed by Maoist groups was recovered on Sunday.

The operation was carried out within the forest regions near the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Gunjeparti area, located under the jurisdiction of the Usoor police station in the district, Bijapur police officials said.

The operation also yielded equipment intended for explosive preparation, various auxiliary tools, and a substantial quantity of explosive materials.

The operation involved a joint team comprising 205th Battalion of the CRPF's CoBRA commandoes, KERP 196 Young Platoon Bastariya, and KERP 229.

The security forces recovered a Lethal machine, an electric generator, a water pump, an electric cutter, and heavy equipment, including a hydraulic cylinder, jacks, a spooler, and motor parts. The wires, toolbox, drill bits, containers, steel plates and materials for explosive manufacturing and medicines were also seized.

All recovered equipment and materials were destroyed in accordance with security protocols, thereby foiling a potential major conspiracy by the Maoists.

This action marks a significant success in weakening the Maoist network.

Earlier on August 30, Security forces recovered a large quantity of arms and ammunition during an anti-Naxal operation in the Abujhmad area of Narayanpur district, an official said.

Narayanpur Superintendent of Police Robinson Guria stated on Friday that a joint operation was carried out on August 24 by the District Reserve Guard (DRG), Special Task Force (STF), and Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP).

"DRG, STF, and ITBP conducted an anti-Naxal operation on August 24, in which we recovered a huge amount of arms and ammunition. We conducted operations at various places in the Abujhmad area, and we found that the surrendered Naxalites were dumping their weapons. We recovered these weapons from 4-5 places," he said.

On August 27, 30 Naxals surrendered and were rehabilitated in the Bijapur district of Chhattisgarh's Bastar region, officials said.

Chhattisgarh Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma stated that the surrender and rehabilitation of 30 Naxals in Bijapur had been the result of the state government's rehabilitation policy, the efforts of security forces, and ongoing development work.

He also urged Naxals to join the mainstream and improve their lives.

- ANI

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Priya S
This is really concerning - the amount of weapons and explosive materials they found shows how serious the threat is. Our jawans are risking their lives in those dense forests. Salute to their bravery! 🇮🇳
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David E
While the operation is commendable, we need to address the root causes that lead people to join such movements. Development and job opportunities in these regions are equally important.
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Ananya R
The rehabilitation policy seems to be working well with 30 surrenders recently. Hope more Naxals choose the path of peace and development. Better late than never!
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Vikram M
CRPF and state forces coordination is impressive. These joint operations are showing results. But we must ensure local tribal communities don't get caught in the crossfire.
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Sarah B
The equipment recovered - hydraulic cylinders, generators, electric cutters - shows they were planning something big. Thank God our forces found it in time. Stay safe, jawans!

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