Archive · 13 Jun 2025
Two Maoist Commanders Arrested in Odisha After Gunfight
The police and BSF caught two important Maoist leaders in Odisha after a short fight.
These leaders were from a different state and are accused of many violent acts.
The police found a gun and other dangerous items.
The government is working to stop these groups by March 2026 and building roads to improve this area.
BSF and Odisha Police arrested two Maoist commanders in Malkangiri district.
The arrests followed an exchange of fire in the jungles.
Kesa Kawasi and Rakesh alias Sanu Kunjam were apprehended.
Both Maoists are from Chhattisgarh and involved in multiple attacks.
Security forces recovered a pistol, detonators, and other items.
- Who
- BSF, Odisha Police, Kesa Kawasi, and Rakesh alias Sanu Kunjam.
- What
- BSF and Odisha Police arrested two Maoist commanders.
- When
- The arrests were made on Friday.
- Where
- Malkangiri district, Odisha.
- Why
- To combat Maoist activities and violence.
Government Action
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Increased Operations
Government Action
Action against Naxalites is being stepped up.
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- Location
- Malkangiri district, Odisha
- Arrested
- Kesa Kawasi, Rakesh alias Sanu Kunjam
- Recovered Items
- Pistol, electric detonators, walkie-talkie, radio, bullets, machetes
- Origin of Commanders
- Chhattisgarh
- Involvement
- Multiple attacks and IED blasts
