Security forces bust three Maoist dumps in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur, seize 136 BGL shells

Bhubaneswar, Nov 14: Security forces have achieved a major breakthrough against Maoist activities in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district by uncovering three secret Maoist dumps containing explosives and other materials.

During a joint search operation, security personnel recovered 136 BGL (Barrel Grenade Launcher) shells and approximately 1,400 feet of Cordex wire from different locations in the district.

The operation was conducted jointly by the District Reserve Guard (DRG), COBRA commandos and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF).

According to preliminary information, security forces discovered the hidden dumps in forest areas under Pamed and Gangaloor police station jurisdictions.

At least 103 BGL shells were recovered from the Tumrel-Singampalli forest area under Pamed police station limits.

In another recovery, security personnel seized 33 BGL shells along with around 1,400 feet of Cordex wire from the Lekampara forest near the Kuppaguda Forward Operating Base (FOB), under Gangaloor police station limits.

The hidden explosive materials had reportedly been concealed underground and inside forest areas.

The K-9 dog squad played an important role in locating the concealed materials during the search operation.

The joint operation involved personnel from the DRG, the 208th and 204th battalions of COBRA, and the CRPF.

The recovery is being viewed as a significant development in efforts to disrupt Maoist networks and their supply of explosive materials in the region.

Security forces continue their efforts to identify hidden dumps and prevent the movement and storage of explosive materials in the district.