At least 12 Maoists gunned down in early-morning encounter near Odisha-Chhattisgarh border

At least 12 Maoists were killed in an encounter in Chhattisgarh’s Gariabandh district, near Odisha’s border. The ongoing operation by Odisha, Chhattisgarh, and CRPF aims to prevent Maoist movement across borders. Authorities indicate the death toll may rise as the operation progresses, highlighting the critical cross-border security efforts.