Security Forces Engage in Ongoing Clash with Naxals Near Maharashtra-Chhattisgarh Border

Security forces and Naxals are engaged in a continuing encounter in the Abujhmad forests on the Maharashtra-Chhattisgarh border. The clash began around 4 pm Monday, prompted by intelligence reports of Maoist presence. Further details are yet to emerge.

An encounter is active between security forces and Naxals in the Abujhmad forests, situated along the Chhattisgarh-Maharashtra border, according to Narayanpur police reports on Monday.

Police revealed that the confrontation started after they received intelligence regarding Maoist activities in the Maad region near the Maharashtra-Narayanpur district border. Consequently, security forces initiated a search operation.

Officials reported that the skirmish between the police and Maoists has been ongoing since 4 pm on Monday. Further details are awaited as the situation develops. (ANI)

(With inputs from agencies.)