Chhattisgarh: 14 Naxalites Killed in Sukma-Bijapur Encounters; Notorious Maoist Mangdu Eliminated

• 14 Naxalites killed in two major anti-Naxal operations across Sukma and Bijapur districts in Chhattisgarh's Bastar region.
• Notorious Maoist DVCM Mangdu and Hunga Madkam are among those eliminated by security forces.
• Joint teams and DRG jawans conducted operations, recovering weapons like SLR, 12 bore rifle, and AK-47/INSAS rifle.
• Search operations are ongoing, with intermittent firing reported and the entire area cordoned off.
• This action is considered a significant blow to the Naxal network, following 285 Naxalite killings last year.

Why It Matters: Major anti-Naxal operations in Chhattisgarh eliminate 14 Maoists, including top leaders.