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A large-scale combing operation is currently underway in the Maoist-affected regions of Sambalpur district, particularly targeting the forested areas under Charmal and Naktideul police limits. Security forces have intensified their efforts following credible intelligence inputs, and drone surveillance is being employed to track potential Maoist movement in dense forest regions.

As part of the intensified search initiative, a team of security personnel has been deployed near the Padia outpost. This team is conducting aerial reconnaissance using drones over the Sagajuri forest area to detect the whereabouts of suspected Maoist oper...