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Chhattisgarh Naxal attack: 5000kg explosives stolen. Security tightened.
HeadlinesNow reports a major update from Chhattisgarh, where a shocking incident has sent ripples across the nation. Naxalites executed a daring heist, stealing a massive 5000 kilograms of explosives from a quarry near the Chhattisgarh-Odisha border. The incident, which occurred on Tuesday, involved over 40 heavily armed Naxalites who ambushed a vehicle carrying the explosives. They overpowered the driver, hijacked the vehicle loaded with approximately 200 boxes of 25kg explosives each, and escaped into the dense jungle. Police teams are currently on the scene investigating the brazen attack. The explosives were reportedly being transported from a quarry near Sundargarh district in Odisha, bordering Jharkhand, to a warehouse. The audacity of this attack raises serious security concerns for the region and highlights the persistent threat posed by Naxalite groups. This brazen daylight robbery points to serious lapses in security protocols and raises major questions about the effectiveness of current anti-Naxal operations in the region. This is a grave threat to national security, with the stolen explosives potentially being used for terrorist activities. The incident has sent shockwaves through the local communities and raised concerns about the potential for further attacks. National security agencies are now involved in the ongoing investigation. The police are working to trace the stolen explosives and apprehend the perpetrators. The investigation is ongoing, and further updates are awaited. This incident underscores the need for enhanced security measures and effective counter-insurgency strategies to deal with the ongoing Naxalite threat in the area. This act of terror underlines the urgent need for strengthened security coordination between Chhattisgarh and Odisha, and collaborative efforts with neighbouring states like Jharkhand to tackle the menace effectively. The location of the incident, near the tri-state border, also raises concerns about inter-state coordination in combating NaxalismExplore more: National News
