Three personnel from the Special Task Force (STF) sustained injuries due to an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosion triggered by Naxalites in the Bijapur district of Chhattisgarh during an area domination operation. The incident occurred in Kandlaparti village, highlighting the persistent threat posed by Naxalite factions that often utilize IEDs to ambush security forces patrolling remote areas. This attack follows a similar incident involving a CRPF CoBRA commando injured by an IED blast in the Usoor region. The ongoing violence underscores the challenges faced by Indian security forces in combating insurgency in the Bastar region, emphasizing the need for enhanced counter-insurgency strategies and technological advancements in operational safety for personnel.