Raipur, May 11 (IANS) In a significant breakthrough for regional security, a joint operation by security forces led to the discovery of a major underground Maoist hideout in the dense forests of the Doditumnar Patelpara hilly region of Chhattisgarh.

The operation, conducted within the jurisdiction of the Gangaloor Police Station in the Bijapur district, resulted in the recovery of a substantial cache of weapons, heavy machinery, and explosive materials that had been concealed by insurgents.

Acting on precise intelligence provided by a local informant, a specialised joint team was assembled to navigate the challenging terrain. The force consisted of personnel from the Pedia Police Assistance Centre and officers from the Gangaloor Police Station. During their strategic sweep of the forest and hilly landscape, the units uncovered a sophisticated bunker that had been constructed underground by Maoists to store supplies and manufacture weaponry away from the view of aerial and ground surveillance, said the police officials.

Upon discovering the site, the team prioritised safety by conducting thorough de-mining procedures and a rigorous safety inspection to ensure no booby traps or active improvised explosive devices remained.

Once the area was secured, the recovery process revealed the technical scale of the insurgent operations.

The forces seized two generators and two lathe machines, which are typically used for the fabrication of weapon parts. Additionally, the haul included an inverter, four large batteries, a small battery, eight solar panels, and a motor, indicating a self-sufficient power setup for the jungle hideout, the officials said.

The recovery of tactical equipment was particularly notable. Security forces found a welding machine, a drill machine, and a functional improvised BGL launcher accompanied by twenty-nine BGL shells.

The team also seized approximately 50 meters of cordex wire, which is used for detonating explosives, and two large plastic drums used for storage.

The presence of these items suggests the bunker served as a significant logistics and manufacturing hub for Maoist activities in the area.

Following the successful seizure, the police confirmed that the materials have been brought to the station and that all necessary legal proceedings are currently underway to further investigate the origin and intended use of the recovered equipment.

–IANS

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