Jharkhand: 10 Maoists killed in major offensive, claim police

Mangalore Today News Network

Jharkhand, June 14:  In a major operation by security forces in Jharkhand, at least 10 Naxals were killed in the Borhat jungle.

According to Jharkhand police, eight Naxal camps were also destroyed in Operation Green Hawk which was jointly carried out by the police, CRPF and Special Task Force. There were around 2000 security personnel involved in the operation.

At least 900 Naxals were present in the area, the police said adding that no bodies have been recovered so far.

Security forces have also recovered 35 claymore mines from the camps. Three helicopters are being used for monitoring and recee.