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Gunbattle between Indian army and Maoist rebels results in death of over 31 suspected rebels


At least 31 suspected Maoist rebels were killed in a battle with Indian soldiers in central India, according to state police Inspector General Pattilingam Sundarraj. The fighting occurred in the Abhujmaad forest area along the border of Narayanpur and Dantewada districts in Chhattisgarh state. The operation was launched based on intelligence on Thursday and the battle lasted about nine hours on Friday. Indian soldiers have been combating the Maoist rebels, also known as Naxalites, since 1967, when the militants began demanding more jobs, land, and wealth for the country’s poor indigenous communities.

The rebels, inspired by Chinese revolutionary leader Mao Zedong, operate in central and northern states and have taken advantage of the neglect faced by local villagers, who lack basic amenities and are vulnerable to joining the insurgents. Despite being rich in mineral resources, Chhattisgarh remains one of India’s poorest states.

This year, authorities have reported the deaths of at least 171 militants in Chhattisgarh alone. Friday’s clash was the deadliest so far, following a similar incident in April where government forces killed 29 suspected rebels just ahead of India’s national election. The rebels have been involved in a series of violent attacks, including ambushing police, destroying government offices, and stealing weapons to arm themselves.

The fighting highlights the ongoing struggle between Indian forces and Maoist rebels, underscoring the need for improved development and security measures in affected areas to address the root causes of the conflict.

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