Raipur: In a tragic incident, security personnel lost their lives during a Naxalite attack in Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. The Naxalites executed an IED blast in the Silger area of Sukma, specifically targeting the CRPF Cobra Battalion. The blast resulted in the martyrdom of two soldiers, while several others sustained injuries.
Details of the Incident:
- Location: The incident occurred between Silger and Jagargunda, where the 201 Cobra Corps was on the move from their camp.
- IED Planting: Naxalites had strategically planted an improvised explosive device (IED) along the movement route.
- Tragic Outcome: Around 3:30 PM, a truck carrying soldiers passed over the IED, leading to the fatal blast that claimed two lives.
- Casualties: Among the casualties were truck driver soldiers Vishnu and Shailendra, while other soldiers were also wounded.
- Camp Location: The security forces had established a camp in the eastern area near Tekalgudam, known as a stronghold for Naxal commanders Hidma and Deva.
Seizure of Fake Notes:
- Recently, security forces discovered a significant cache of counterfeit currency and related equipment used by Naxalites for printing fake notes in the Sukma district.
- This marks the first large-scale recovery of Naxal-printed fake currency in the state.
- The seizure occurred during a joint search operation conducted by security personnel in a forest near Korjaguda village.
Previous Attack:
- Just two days prior, Naxalites targeted a security forces camp in Narayanpur, Chhattisgarh.
- During the attack, Naxalites fired multiple rocket-propelled grenades (BGLs) at the soldiers, who responded with courage and determination.
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