Security Forces Kill 10 in Chhattisgarh Operation
New Delhi – Indian security forces killed at least 10 people during a search operation in Chhattisgarh state. According to Indian media reports, the incident occurred in Gariaband district, where military action also targeted local populations.
Operation Details
Indian military officials claim that among those killed was Bala Krishna, a senior leader and central committee member of the Communist Party of India (Maoist). According to the army, the operation was conducted based on intelligence information and involved an exchange of fire with Maoist fighters, resulting in their deaths.
The operation involved multiple security agencies working together:
- Chhattisgarh Police Special Task Force (STF)
- District Police Unit E-30
- CRPF’s Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA)
- Other security forces
Eyewitness Accounts
However, eyewitnesses told local media that during the search operation conducted in the forests within Mainpur police station limits, Indian forces opened fire on unarmed tribal people.
Broader Context
This incident is part of ongoing operations in the region. So far this year, 241 Maoist activists have been killed in various operations across Chhattisgarh state alone.
This report is based on information from Indian media sources and eyewitness accounts. The situation involves conflicting narratives between official sources and local witnesses.
