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Crime
711 Explosive Shells Recovered From Maoist Hideout Near Chhattisgarh's Karregutta Hills
✍️ India Today
🗓 06 Nov 2026, 04:17 PM
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Security forces have recovered a massive cache of 711 explosive shells hidden by Maoists in the Karregutta Hills region of Chhattisgarh.
In a significant breakthrough, security forces have uncovered a large cache of explosives in the Karregutta Hills area of Chhattisgarh. A total of 711 explosive shells were discovered hidden by Maoist insurgents during a recent operation.
The recovery took place in the hilly terrain of the state, which is known to be a sensitive zone for insurgent activities. The sheer quantity of the ammunition suggests an attempt to stockpile resources for potential attacks.
Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the discovery. The recovery of such a large number of shells marks a major success for the security agencies operating in the region.
The recovery took place in the hilly terrain of the state, which is known to be a sensitive zone for insurgent activities. The sheer quantity of the ammunition suggests an attempt to stockpile resources for potential attacks.
Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the discovery. The recovery of such a large number of shells marks a major success for the security agencies operating in the region.