Chhattisgarh Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma, on the Sukma encounter, emphasized that both the Chhattisgarh and Central governments are focused on peace and have implemented a strong surrender policy, ensuring no inconvenience to anyone.
The killed naxal was involved in the Jhiram Ghati incident earlier, in which top Congress leaders of Chhattisgarh were killed, and the Narayanpur incident, where several security personnel were killed.
"The whole village in shock that we lost a good soldier today. He was really good, focused on his own life, and kept to himself. He was really good, he did his duty and went out without talking much. We request the government that how many more martyrs can we give? So many people are dyin
Security forces neutralized 16 Naxalites in an encounter in Sukma, Chhattisgarh. Deputy CM Arun Sao reiterated the government's goal to eliminate armed Naxalism by March 2026, stating that security forces are working bravely under Union Home Minister Amit Shah's directive.
16 naxals were killed in the in an encounter with security forces in the forest of Upampalli Kerlapal area at the Sukma-Dantewada Border on Saturday whereas two jawans sustained injuries.
Making a direct appeal to those still involved in armed rebellion, Shah added, "My appeal to those with arms is that weapons and violence cannot bring change; only peace and development can."
A wreath-laying ceremony was held on Saturday for Head Constable Jagbir Singh, who sacrificed his life in the line of duty during the Kathua anti-terrorist operation.
Sukma Superintendent of Police Kiran Chavan confirmed the recovery of 16 Naxal bodies from the site and said, "Two of our jawans sustained injuries during the operation and are being evacuated for medical attention."
The exchange of fire began following a joint anti-Naxal operation launched by the District Reserve Guard (DRG) and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) on Friday.
Police said that the victim, identified as Karan Thapa, a resident of Thapa Wali Gali in Alipur, sustained multiple bullet injuries in a firing incident reported from Nehru Enclave's Thapa Gali.
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