Bhubaneswar, Feb. 27 -- Odisha Police on Friday continued its intensive combing operation in Kandhamal district to track down Sukru alias Krishna, a state committee member of the Maoists, as the joint exercise with the Special Operations Group (SOG) entered its third day.

Sukru, who carries a reward of Rs.65 lakh on his head, has come under the spotlight after more than 50 cadres, including State Committee members, surrendered since November last year. Officers said Sukru has become desperate to keep his flock together.

Last week, police recovered the body of Anwesh, Sukru's deputy and a military platoon commander carrying a bounty of Rs.37.50 lakh, from a shallow grave in the Kandhamal forests.

Police alleged that Sukru himself ordere...