Security Forces Discover 30 IEDs in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum District

In a significant operation, security forces in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district discovered 30 improvised explosive devices (IEDs) believed to be hidden by a Maoist group. The police acted on intelligence reports indicating the presence of explosives in the forest area near the Toklo police station. A coordinated search operation was launched involving multiple security units, highlighting the ongoing challenges posed by insurgent activities in the region. This discovery underscores the persistent threat of such groups and the efforts of law enforcement to mitigate risks to public safety.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 5, 2025, 08:59 IST

Major IED Recovery in Jharkhand

On Friday, security personnel uncovered 30 improvised explosive devices (IEDs) in the forest area of West Singhbhum district, as reported by a police official.

The officer indicated that these IEDs were likely concealed by a banned Maoist organization.

The recovery took place in a section of the forest that falls under the jurisdiction of the Toklo police station. Police Superintendent Rakesh Ranjan received intelligence suggesting that the Communist Party of India (Maoist) had hidden a significant cache of explosives in the woods adjacent to the Toklo police station and Dalbhanga police outpost.

In response, the Superintendent organized a large-scale search operation, deploying a joint team comprising CRPF, Jharkhand Jaguar, SSB, and district armed police.