Archive · 22 May 2025
Chhattisgarh: Security Forces Kill Maoist Leader Basavaraju
In Chhattisgarh, security forces fought a 50-hour battle called 'Operation Kagar' against Naxal rebels.
The operation was focused on taking out the top Maoist leader, Basavaraju.
The forces were successful, killing Basavaraju and 26 others.
Sadly, one soldier also lost their life in the fighting.
Basavaraju was a major leader and involved in many attacks.
Government officials have praised the security forces for their work.
Security forces killed 27 Naxals, including CPI (Maoist) leader Basavaraju, in Chhattisgarh.
The 50-hour-long 'Operation Kagar' took place in Narayanpur district's Abujmarh forests.
One DRG jawan was killed during the operation.
Basavaraju, the General Secretary of CPI (Maoist), was a key figure in multiple attacks.
Prime Minister Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah praised the security forces' success.
- Who
- Security forces and Naxals, including Basavaraju
- What
- Operation Kagar, a 50-hour encounter that killed 27 Naxals including CPI (Maoist) leader Basavaraju
- When
- Operation launched May 19, 2025, concluded May 21, 2025
- Where
- Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh, in Abujmarh forests
- Why
- Operation against Naxals, resulting in the death of Basavaraju and others
- Location
- Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh
- Operation Dates
- May 19-21, 2025
- Naxals Killed
- 27
- DRG Jawan Killed
- 1
- Key Figure
- Basavaraju
- Operation Name
- Operation Kagar
Sources
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