Battle Zone: Maoists throw up challenge, set up permanent camp in Malkangiri

Malkangiri: Ahead of the PLGA (People's Liberation Guerilla Army) week starting from December 2, Maoists have thrown up a challenge for security forces by setting up a 'permanent camp' in remote Malkangiri district.

According to reports, the rebels have painted the structure they have constructed 'red' and have also cordoned off the place with proper barricades. Sources said, the ultras have plans to inaugurate the suspected camp office on the first day of the PLGA week starting from December 2.

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Sources said, the left-wing extremists are now keen on recruiting tribal youths in remote and inaccessible parts of Odisha as their base has started to crumble following massive combing operations along the borders by security forces.

The construction of a permanent structure is certainly a matter of concern as there have been precedence of the ultras observing the PLGA week by setting up temporary structures in the form of 'martyrs memorial' in the past.

The Maoists had set up a temporary camp at Gora Setu in Chitrakonda last year and this time they have come up with a permanent structure in the district.

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