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The Maoist-free campaign has gained momentum as security forces step up operations to dismantle insurgent networks along the Odisha-Chhattisgarh border. A massive search operation is underway in Gariaband, where Maoists are suspected of having planted IEDs. Security personnel are carrying out extensive combing in forested areas to eliminate the threat.
On September 11, security forces dealt a major blow to the insurgents when top Maoist leader Modem Balakrishna alias Manoj was killed in an encounter. Ten other Maoists were also neutralised in the same operation.
Balakrishna, one of Odisha Police's most wanted, carried a reward...