In a major victory against insurgency, a joint operation by the Odisha and Chhattisgarh police resulted in the elimination of 14 Maoists. The encounter occurred near the Gariaband district on the Odisha-Chhattisgarh border. This operation is being hailed as one of the most successful anti-Maoist missions in recent times.
The slain Maoists include key leaders who were instrumental in orchestrating attacks on security forces and civilians. The operation underscores the effectiveness of inter-state collaboration in tackling Maoist insurgency and restoring law and order.