Security personnel engaged in a gunfight with Naxalites in the Bijapur district of Chhattisgarh during an anti-Naxal operation based on intelligence regarding the presence of senior Maoist leaders in the area. The encounter began in the dense forests of Indravati National Park, with intermittent exchanges of fire reported. This operation underscores the ongoing challenges faced by security forces in combating Maoist insurgency, which continues to threaten stability in the region. The incident highlights the Indian government’s commitment to addressing internal security threats and restoring peace in affected areas, reinforcing the importance of sustained counter-insurgency efforts.