Abujhmad Encounter: 4 Naxals Killed, Cop Dies in Chhattisgarh

Aakhir Tak – In Shorts

1. Security forces killed 4 Naxals in Chhattisgarh’s Abujhmad region.
2. One head constable, Sannu Karam, was killed in the encounter.
3. District Reserve Guards (DRG) and STF teams participated in the operation.
4. Automatic weapons like AK-47 and SLR were seized.
5. Abujhmad has been a Naxal stronghold for decades.

Aakhir Tak – In Depth

Deadly Encounter in Abujhmad

On Saturday evening, a fierce gunfight erupted between security forces and Naxals in the dense forests of Abujhmad, Chhattisgarh. The operation led to the death of four Naxals and claimed the life of head constable Sannu Karam.

Details of the Operation

The anti-Naxal operation involved police teams from Narayanpur, Dantewada, Jagdalpur, and Kondagaon districts, along with the Special Task Force (STF). The forces targeted the Naxals’ hideouts and seized automatic weapons, including AK-47 and self-loading rifles (SLRs).

Abujhmad: The Naxal Stronghold

Abujhmad, a vast, forested region larger than Goa, has served as a Naxal sanctuary since the 1980s. The area’s tough terrain and lack of surveying make it an ideal base for Naxal operations.

Security Forces’ Successes

Police officials revealed that over 50% of the Naxals operating in Abujhmad were eliminated in 2024. October saw one of the most significant operations in state history, with 31 Naxals killed in a single day. These efforts signify a substantial weakening of Naxal dominance in the region.

Aakhir Tak – Key Takeaways to Remember

1. Four Naxals were killed in Abujhmad by security forces.
2. Head constable Sannu Karam lost his life during the operation.
3. Abujhmad has been a Naxal haven due to its difficult terrain.
4. Automatic weapons like AK-47 were recovered from the site.

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