CHHATTISGARH Chief Minister Vishnu Deo in a statement following the killing of 12 Maoists in an encounter in Bijapur district, described the operation as a major success in the ongoing anti-Naxal campaign. He emphasised that this action demonstrates the unwavering determination of security forces to completely eradicate Maoism from State.

 

The Chief Minister explained that a joint team of security personnel was conducting a search and combing operation in Bijapur when an encounter took place. During the gunfight, 12 Maoists were neutralised. However, three members of the District Reserve Guard Head Constable Monu Waddi, Constable Dukaru Gonde, and Constable Ramesh Sodi lost their lives in the line of duty.

 

Paying tribute to the martyred jawans, the Chief Minister extended his condolences, praying for strength for their bereaved families and peace for the departed souls. He further informed that two other injured personnel are out of danger and are receiving appropriate medical treatment.

 

He wished them a speedy recovery. Describing the encounter as a clear sign that ‘end of red terror is imminent’ the Chief Minister asserted that neither the government nor the security forces will relent in the mission to eliminate Maoism and affirmed that the campaign will continue until peace, security, and development reach the last village of Bastar. He added that the sacrifice of the martyred personnel will not be in vain, reaffirming the state’s commitment to ensuring permanent peace in Maoist affected regions.