A tragic incident occurred in Bijapur, Chhattisgarh, where a District Reserve Guard (DRG) jawan was martyred and three others were injured due to an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast. The blast was triggered by Naxals near the Indravati National Park during an anti-Maoist operation.
Key Details of the Incident
- Location: Near Indravati National Park, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh
- Casualties: DRG jawan Dinesh Nag martyred, three jawans injured
- Cause: IED blast planted by Naxals during an anti-Maoist operation by DRG and state police
- Response: Security forces have cordoned off the area; injured jawans receiving treatment
Background
The incident happened during a joint operation by DRG and state police against Naxals launched on Sunday. This operation is part of ongoing efforts to counter Naxal activities in the region.