Tragedy Strikes Chhattisgarh: Nine security Personnel Killed in Naxal IED Attack
Chhattisgarh witnessed a horrific attack on Monday when Naxalites detonated an improvised explosive device (IED), targeting a vehicle carrying security personnel in Bijapur district. The blast, wich occurred on the Bedre-Kutru Road, claimed the lives of nine individuals, including eight jawans and the driver.
Returning From Operation
the tragedy unfolded as two Scorpio vehicles, transporting approximately 20 soldiers returning from an anti-Naxal operation conducted the previous day, were ambushed by the IED. The force of the explosion was devastating, leaving behind horrifying scenes of dismembered bodies. The victims,including eight Dantewada DRG jawans,were brought to the District hospital in dantewada.
Nation Mourns, President Expresses Grief
The brutal attack has sent shockwaves across the nation. President Droupadi Murmu expressed her deepest condolences, stating, “The Naxalite attack on security forces in Bijapur, Chhattisgarh is condemnable. I express my deepest condolences to the bereaved families of the brave soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice for the security of the country. Our country is persistent to fully eradicate Naxalism.”
बीजापुर,छत्तीसगढ़ में सुरक्षा बलों पर हुआ नक्सली हमला निन्दनीय है। देश की सुरक्षा में सर्वोच्च बलिदान देने वाले वीर जवानों के शोक-संतप्त परिवारजनों के प्रति मैं गहन संवेदनाएं व्यक्त करती हूं। हमारा देश नक्सलवाद को समूल समाप्त करने के लिए संकल्पबद्ध है।— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) January 6, 2025
This attack marks a significant escalation of violence in the region, reminding us of the ongoing challenges faced by security forces in combating Naxalism.
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