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IEDs, grenades hidden by Maoists seized in Garhwa

Published: Wednesday, Feb 1, 2012, 14:32 IST
Place: Garhwa (Jharkhand) | Agency: PTI

A large number of improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and five hand grenades were seized from a Maoist bunker during search operation near Sameya village in Garhwa district today, police said.

Superintendent of Police Michael S Raj said 36 IEDs each weighing between one and 20 kg were seized during the search operation.

The security forces also seized two country made pistols, a rifle and 1000 metre wire from the bunker, the SP said adding the bunker was destroyed by the security forces.

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