In an anti-Naxal operation in Chhattisgarh’s Sukma district, a Naxalite was killed in an exchange of fire with security personnel. The operation, initiated based on intelligence inputs, led to the recovery of weapons and explosives after the encounter. The identity of the deceased Naxalite is yet to be confirmed, with search operations ongoing. This incident adds to the tally of 105 Naxalites killed in separate encounters in the state this year. Previous encounters in districts like Bijapur, Narayanpur, and Kanker have seen significant casualties among Naxalite ranks, showcasing ongoing efforts by security forces to curb insurgency.