Woman Constable Hurt in Sudden Maoist IED Blast in Chhattisgarh’s Sukma Forest
November 28, 2025
On a usual Thursday afternoon in Chhattisgarh’s Sukma district, danger struck suddenly! Around 1 p.m., a group of security personnel were on a mission to secure the forest area near the newly set-up Gogunda security camp under the Keralapal police station. Something scary happened—they triggered a pressure Improvised Explosive Device (IED) planted by Maoists!
Constable Muchaki Durga of the District Force was unlucky to accidentally step on this hidden deadly trap. The blast caused injuries to her left foot. A senior police officer shared the details: "Constable Muchaki Durga of the District Force inadvertently came in contact with the pressure IED, triggering the blast, causing injuries in her left foot."
Quick action followed! She was given first-aid treatment on site and then airlifted to Raipur for better medical help. Thankfully, the doctors say her condition is "out of danger." This incident highlights the constant threat faced by our security forces fighting against Maoist rebels who plant such hidden bombs in the forests to harm brave personnel.
The police continue their tough operation to keep the region safe, but events like these remind us of the risks involved daily. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story from the heart of Chhattisgarh’s battle against insurgency.
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Maoists
Ied Blast
Chhattisgarh
Sukma district
Police Injury
Security Operation
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