Title: Maoists Burn Construction Equipment and Threaten Workers in Jharkhand
Introduction:
Maoists in the Lathehar district of Jharkhand, a region affected by Naxalite and Maoist insurgency, set fire to construction machinery and halted the construction of a bridge. They also physically assaulted the workers and masons involved in the project. This incident took place in the Chutia village under the Mahuadand police station area. According to the workers, four to five Naxalites attempted to intimidate them.
Threatening Workers:
During the incident, the Maoists not only burned the machinery but also issued threats to the workers, indicating that they could be killed. Local residents have reported a rise in such incidents recently, with both Naxalites and PLFI (People’s Liberation Front of India) extremists causing unrest in the area. A similar incident involving Maoists damaging machines and threatening workers was also reported in the Lohardaga district.
Maoist Activities in Other Districts:
The Maoists’ disruptive activities have not been limited to the Lathehar district. In another district of Jharkhand, Khunti, members of the PLFI set fire to two generators as a result of the non-fulfillment of their demand for levies (extortion money). However, those responsible for the incident were subsequently arrested.
Short:
In recent times, the Maoists and extremist groups have been increasingly active in Jharkhand, disrupting developmental projects and creating an atmosphere of fear and violence. The authorities need to take strong measures to counter their activities and ensure the safety and security of the workers and residents in the affected areas.
नक्सलवाद और माओवाद प्रभावित प्रदेश लातेहार में भाकपा माओवादियों ने पुल निर्माण के काम में लगी मशीन को जलाकर निर्माण ठप कर दिया। इसके साथ ही उन्होंने मजदूरों और मिस्त्री के साथ मारपीट भी की। इसके अलावा झारखंड के एक अन्य जिले में PLFI उग्रवादियों ने दो जेनरेटरों को आग के हवाले कर दिया। इन घटनाओं के बाद लोग कह रहे हैं कि उग्रवादियों का तांडव बढ़ रहा है।
