Two Women Maoists Killed in Encounter in Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur District
Security forces killed two women Maoists in an encounter in the Abujhmad area of Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh. The operation was launched by a joint team of District Reserve Guards and Special Task Force following intelligence about a significant Maoist presence. An Insas rifle and a .315 bore rifle were recovered. This incident is part of ongoing intensified anti-Maoist operations in the state.
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The Maoist insurgency in Chhattisgarh is part of a wider Naxalite–Maoist conflict that began in the late 1960s. Maoist groups seek to establish a communist state, primarily operating in central and eastern India, including Chhattisgarh, where they engage in armed struggle against the Indian government.
Abujhmad is a remote, heavily forested area in Chhattisgarh, long considered a stronghold and operational base for Maoist groups due to its difficult terrain and limited government presence, making it a frequent site for encounters.
Yes, there have been several recent encounters in Narayanpur district. For example, on June 7, 2025, six Maoists were killed in an encounter, and on April 30, 2025, ten Maoists were killed in a clash with security forces in the district.
Security forces have intensified operations using joint teams from specialized units like the District Reserve Guards and Special Task Force. Efforts include targeted raids based on intelligence, arrests, surrenders, and seizure of weapons to diminish Maoist capabilities.