Overview
- Inspector Ashish Kumar Sharma of the Madhya Pradesh Hawk Force died from bullet injuries during a joint operation near Bor Talab at the MP–Chhattisgarh–Maharashtra junction.
- He was cremated with full state honours in Bohani, with Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, senior ministers and opposition leaders in attendance.
- The state announced Rs 1 crore for his family, a sub-inspector post for his younger brother with relaxed eligibility, and plans for a park and a stadium in his name.
- Police say 13–15 armed cadres from the MMC zone’s Darre Khasa Dalam are in the area, possibly including central committee member Ramder, and multi-state combing operations with ITBP support are underway.
- Thousands joined the procession as a guard of honour, last post and three-volley salute were accorded, and colleagues highlighted his gallantry awards and prior successes against Maoists.