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Crime
Police Seize Automatic Weapons and Explosives in Sukma, Chhattisgarh
✍️ Ommcom News
🗓 13 Oct 2026, 09:32 AM
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Security forces in Sukma district recovered a cache of automatic firearms and explosives during a raid, officials said.
Security personnel in Sukma district of Chhattisgarh announced that they have recovered a substantial cache of automatic weapons and explosive material during a recent operation. The seizure was made as part of a routine security sweep aimed at curbing illegal arms circulation in the region.
According to officials, the recovered items include several automatic rifles, pistols and a quantity of explosives, all of which are now in police custody. No casualties were reported during the operation.
The authorities indicated that the confiscated weapons are likely to have been intended for use by unlawful groups operating in the area, and the recovery is expected to hinder their activities. Police officials declined to disclose further details about the investigation.
According to officials, the recovered items include several automatic rifles, pistols and a quantity of explosives, all of which are now in police custody. No casualties were reported during the operation.
The authorities indicated that the confiscated weapons are likely to have been intended for use by unlawful groups operating in the area, and the recovery is expected to hinder their activities. Police officials declined to disclose further details about the investigation.