Ranchi, March 5 -- In a visit aimed at boosting the force's morale, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) Director General GP Singh on Wednesday met the family of Head Constable Mahima Nand Shukla, who recently succumbed to injuries from an IED blast.

Shukla was critically injured in an explosion near Kamalpost in Chhattisgarh's Dantewada district on February 11.

The CRPF head constable was undergoing treatment at AIIMS, New Delhi, where he passed away on February 20.

During his visit, the CRPF chief assured Shukla's family of support, including ensuring proper education for his son and daughter. Singh also emphasised that all necessary assistance would be provided to the family.

Shukla, born on February 25, 1978, in Kamalkedia village ...