In a significant anti-Maoist operation in Jharkhand’s Gumla district, three members of the Jharkhand Jan Mukti Parishad (JJMP) were killed in an encounter with police and security forces. The deceased, identified as sub-zonal commanders Lalu Lohra and Chhotu Oraon, each carried a bounty of Rs 5 lakh, while Sujeet Oraon was an active cadre. The operation, part of a broader strategy to eliminate Naxalism in the state, resulted in the recovery of sophisticated weaponry, including an AK-47 rifle. This incident marks the fourth anti-Maoist operation in September, reflecting the ongoing efforts of Jharkhand Police, in conjunction with central paramilitary forces, to eradicate Naxal influence by March 2026, thereby enhancing the security and stability in the region.