Authorities in India reported that police forces in the central state of Chhattisgarh have killed at least 29 suspected Maoist rebels. The incident occurred just three days before the commencement of a national election where Prime Minister Narendra Modi is vying for a third term.
According to an official statement, the police conducted a raid based on a tipoff regarding the presence of Maoists in the Kanker district. During the operation, a gunfight broke out, resulting in three security personnel sustaining injuries. Following the confrontation, the police successfully confiscated several weapons.
