Acting on a tip-off about the presence of members of Bhairamgarh "area committee" of the outlawed Communist Party of India (Maoist) in Potenar area, a joint team of DRG and Bastar Fighters, both units of the state police, launched an operation, he said. Chhattisgarh: Jawan Injured After Stepping on IED Amid Encounter With Naxalites in Bijapur District.
The injured constable, Ramu, is being given first aid and has been airlifted for treatment. "Four suspects have been taken into custody and an intensive search of the surrounding area is being done by the CRPF, Cobra and District Force," the police added. Further details are awaited. Chhattisgarh: CRPF Sub-Inspector Killed, Constable Injured in Encounter With Naxals in Sukma District.