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Chhattisgarh: 3 naxals killed in encounter

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ANI Dantewada (Chhattisgarh) [India]

Three naxals were killed in an encounter at the Dantewada-Sukma border here on Friday.

A District Reserve Guard (DRG) Assistant Constable was injured in the armed fight against the naxals.

However, Constable Hirendra Poojari's condition is now said to be stable.

A 303 rifle was among the weapons that were seized after the encounter.

Earlier this week, two maoists were killed in an encounter in Narayanpur area.

The DRG also seized two weapons, bags and other daily-use material from the spot.

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First Published: Jul 06 2018 | 7:49 PM IST

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