Fifteen Naxalite training camps destroyed

Ranchi, January 1: Fifteen Naxalite training camps were destroyed by police during an encounter with Maoists near Parasnath Hills in Girdih district, a senior police officer said on Tuesday.

"The tents were being used as training camps by Maoists. This is one of the major accomplishments of police," Inspector-General of Police (Bokaro range) B Pradhan said.

About 10 can and clamour bombs were recovered.

He said about 250 Naxalites exchanged fire with security forces.

The combing operation was still continuing.