Capture of Notorious Naxal: Kaleshwar Kherwar's Arrest

Kaleshwar Kherwar, a member of the banned Jharkhand Jan Mukti Parishad, was arrested in Lohardaga district. Kherwar had been evading capture following an encounter with security forces. During a search operation, police seized a mobile phone and JJMP leaflets from him in Brahmadiha village.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Lohardaga | Updated: 10-09-2025 21:36 IST | Created: 10-09-2025 21:36 IST
Capture of Notorious Naxal: Kaleshwar Kherwar's Arrest
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In a significant breakthrough, police in Lohardaga district have apprehended Kaleshwar Kherwar, a member of the outlawed Jharkhand Jan Mukti Parishad (JJMP) group. The arrest took place during a search operation in Brahmadiha village.

Kherwar, who had been eluding law enforcement since a recent confrontation with security personnel, was found with key items including a mobile phone and JJMP promotional material.

This arrest marks a crucial victory for police efforts against Naxal activities in the region, underlining the ongoing struggle to maintain law and order despite persistent insurgent threats.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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