Amaravati: Seven Maoists were killed in an exchange of fire with security forces at Maredumilli, Andhra Pradesh, on Wednesday, officials confirmed.

AP Intelligence ADG Mahesh Chandra Laddha said in a press conference, “In continuation with Tuesday's operation, seven Maoists have died until now, according to information received from the field.” He added that three women Maoists were among the dead, while identification of others is ongoing.

One of the deceased has been identified as Meturi Jokha Rao alias Shankar, a native of Srikakulam. Laddha said Shankar was in-charge of the Andhra-Odisha Border (AOB) and specialised in technical operations, arms manufacturing, and communications, according to preliminary information.

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