Maharashtra’s Home Minister Dilip Walse Patil on November 14 confirmed the death of top Naxal Commander Milind Teltumbde during the Gadchiroli encounter on November 13. He was allegedly involved in Bhima Koregaon incident. Speaking to ANI, State Home Minister said, “At least 26 naxals were killed in an encounter in gadchiroli yesterday where 20 men and 6 women. Gadchiroli Police has confirmed that it also included Milind Teltumbde,” said Dilip Walse Patil. “Search operation is still underway. Out of all the bodies that have been recovered, some have been identified, some are yet to be done,” he added.
Published 14 November 2021, 14:11 IST