Three DRG jawans injured in IED blast in ChhattisgarhThe explosion occurred near Tokda village under Gangaloor police station limits when a team of security personnel, who were out on an anti-Naxal operation, were returning, an official said.
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Bijapur: Three jawans of the District Reserve Guard (DRG) were injured when a pressure improvised explosive device (IED) planted by Naxalites exploded in Bijapur district on Friday, police said.
The explosion occurred near Tokda village under Gangaloor police station limits when a team of security personnel, who were out on an anti-Naxal operation, were returning, an official said.
"Three CAF jawans came in contact with a pressure IED, triggering the blast," he said.
"They sustained minor injuries and were rushed to a local hospital. These jawans are said to be stable," he added.
A search operation is underway in the area, the official said.