According to police, the Maoists also tried to torch another mini-truck, but could not do so due to intervention of security forces.
The bandh evoked mixed response in the Naxal-affected Kolhan region comprising east and west Singbhum and Saraikela-Kharswan districts.
The railway services remain unaffected, however, most of the vehicles were off the road.
Published 01 August 2009, 08:50 IST