Chhattisgarh, August 18, 2025 — A District Reserve Guard (DRG) jawan, identified as Dinesh Nag, was killed, and three others were injured in an IED blast triggered by Naxalites in Bijapur district on Monday.
The incident took place inside the Indravati National Park area when a DRG team was conducting an anti-Naxal operation in the Ulloor Valley. According to officials, the personnel were marching on foot when they accidentally stepped on a pressure-activated improvised explosive device planted by Maoists.
The three injured personnel received immediate medical assistance at the site and were later evacuated for advanced treatment. Authorities confirmed that all of them are in stable condition and out of danger.
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| Naxal IED Blast in Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur |
Part of Ongoing Naxalite Violence
Chhattisgarh has long been one of the worst-hit states in the Naxalite insurgency, with Bijapur being a hotspot of Maoist activities. Security forces frequently encounter IED traps, ambushes, and surprise attacks during operations in the dense forests.
Just weeks earlier, forces had neutralized several senior Naxal operatives in related operations, which experts believe may have triggered retaliatory attacks like this blast.
Reinforcements and Police Action
Following the incident, additional security forces were rushed to the site. Senior police officials confirmed that a search operation is underway to track down the Maoists behind the blast.
State authorities have condemned the attack, reiterating their commitment to continuing anti-Naxal operations until the insurgency is completely dismantled.
FAQ's
Q1: Where did the Naxal IED blast occur in Chhattisgarh?
The blast occurred in the Ulloor Valley of Bijapur district, inside the Indravati National Park.
Q2: Who was killed in the blast?
DRG jawan Dinesh Nag lost his life in the explosion.
Q3: How many personnel were injured?
Three other DRG personnel sustained injuries but are reported to be stable after receiving medical treatment.
Q4: Why are IED blasts common in Naxal-hit regions?
Naxalites frequently use improvised explosive devices in forested terrain to inflict maximum damage on patrolling security forces while minimizing direct combat.
Q5: What steps are being taken after the incident?
Reinforcements have been sent, a search operation is ongoing, and security forces are intensifying efforts to neutralize Maoist threats in the region.
