Security Forces Clash with Maoists in Jharkhand: Two Dead
In Jharkhand's Bokaro district, two Maoists were killed in a gunfight with security forces on Wednesday morning. The encounter occurred in the Penk Narayanpur police station area, with a significant arsenal, including AK-47 and INSAS rifles, recovered. A search operation remains ongoing in the region.

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In a significant confrontation, security forces engaged in a gunfight with Maoists, resulting in the deaths of two militants in Jharkhand's Bokaro district. The clash unfolded early Wednesday morning in the Penk Narayanpur area.
Authorities have recovered a large cache of arms and ammunition, featuring advanced weaponry like AK-47s and INSAS rifles. This recovery underscores the critical nature of the ongoing security operation in the region.
A senior police official emphasized that a search operation is still actively underway, suggesting that the situation remains fluid as security forces strive to consolidate their control over the area.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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