Gumla, Aug. 6 -- A top operative of the banned extremist outfit People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI), identified as Martin Kerketta, was killed in an encounter with police in Gumla district on Tuesday night, said an official.

According to a Gumla, Superintendent of Police (SP) statement, "A top operative of the banned extremist outfit People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI), identified as Martin Kerketta, was killed in an encounter with police last night. He was carrying a reward of Rs 15 lakhs declared against him. Police teams received information about his presence in the Kamdara area."

"When the police reached there, he, along with other aides, opened fire at the police teams. In retaliation, he was killed. A pistol has been ...