Major Strike in Jharkhand: 6 Naxals Killed in Pre-Dawn Encounter, COBRA Commandos Lead the Charge

Bokaro/Ranchi (The Uttam Hindu): A sensational anti-Naxal operation unfolded this morning in Jharkhand’s Bokaro district. In a joint mission, the police and the CRPF’s elite COBRA battalion killed six Naxalites at the foothills of Lugu Pahad. A large cache of weapons was recovered from the encounter site. The operation was led by senior officials including DIG Surendra Kumar Jha and SP Manoj Swargiary. Commandos from the 209 COBRA Battalion played a key role in this decisive strike against Maoist forces.

Big Action by Security Forces in Bokaro, Jharkhand: 6 Naxalites Killed in Encounter; Large Cache of Weapons Seized

From the deceased Naxalites, the forces recovered two INSAS rifles, one SLR (Self-Loading Rifle), and a pistol. Notably, no injuries were reported among the security personnel, making the mission even more successful.

According to local villagers, gunfire erupted around 4 a.m. in the Chor Ganwa-Mundatoli area of Lugu Pahad. When residents looked outside, they saw a heavy deployment of police and paramilitary forces in the region. Following the encounter, the forces launched a massive search operation across the area. Authorities believe some Naxalites may have escaped and are currently being tracked.

It’s worth noting that COBRA (Commando Battalion for Resolute Action) is a specialized unit of the CRPF, trained specifically for jungle warfare and guerrilla combat. It conducts major operations in Naxal-affected regions and is known for high-efficiency strikes deep inside rebel territory.