Four Maoists Killed in Encounter with Security Forces in Jharkhand

In a significant operation in Jharkhand's Hazaribagh district, security forces killed four Maoists during an encounter. The police confirmed that no personnel were injured in this operation. However, in a separate incident in West Singhbhum, four security personnel were injured while engaging with a Maoist group led by Misir Besra, who has a substantial bounty on his head. Further updates on both incidents are expected as operations conclude. Stay tuned for more details.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 17, 2026, 19:07 IST

Encounter in Hazaribagh District

In a recent encounter in the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, security forces eliminated four Maoists. The police reported that this operation took place in the Batuka forest area under the Keredari police station following a tip-off. Pawan Kumar, the SDPO of Barkagaon, confirmed, "Four Maoists have been killed in this encounter, and their identities are being verified." He added that no security personnel were injured during the operation and promised further updates on the situation.

Injuries Reported Among Security Personnel

In a separate incident earlier this week, a senior police official revealed that four security personnel sustained injuries during a fierce gunfight with a Maoist group led by Misir Besra in West Singhbhum. Misir Besra has a bounty of ₹1 crore on his head. Authorities indicated that this encounter began in the Saranda forest area under the Chotanagpur police station and continued intermittently throughout the morning.

Status of Injured Security Personnel

Amit Renu, the SP of West Singhbhum, stated that four CoBRA (Commando Battalion for Resolute Action) personnel were injured in the operation, but all are currently out of danger. He mentioned that more detailed information would be available once the operation concludes and the security forces return.