The Gadchiroli Police in Maharashtra conducted a massive operation deep in the Maoist stronghold, destroying a major hideout. However, during the operation, A C-60 jawan was martyred during the raid, the officials said on Wednesday.

The operation took place in the dense forests of Dirangi and Phulnar villages in the Bhamragad taluka, based on intelligence received from confidential sources, officials said, adding that it was found that armed Maoists had gathered in the area with plans for a violent attack.