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BJP MLA among five killed in Maoists attack in Chhattisgarh

BJP MLA Bhima Mandavi and four security personnel were killed when their convoy was attacked by Maoists in Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh on Tuesday. The incident occurred at Shyamagiri hills when the MLA's convoy was heading towards Kuwakonda from Bacheli area. The Maoists blew up a vehicle in the convoy with an IED and opened fire at the occupants. The MLA and four security personnel were killed in the attack, police officials said.

Updated : 09 April 2019, 06:33 PM

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