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Woman killed after stepping on IED planted by Naxalites in Chhattisgarh

IndiaTimes Saturday, 11 May 2024
Shanti Punem died in Bijapur after stepping on a pressure IED. The area witnessed Naxalite encounters, endangering security personnel and civilians. The incident highlights the ongoing conflict in the region.
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