Summary:
This created a gap between the tribals and Maoists.” a former Maoist said. But the Maoists failed to cash in on the opportunity and indulged in violent activities against tribals, branding them as police moles. The attack shook the country, and thereafter security forces started slowly gaining the upper hand. “After the Balimela ambush, cops were scared to enter the forests. Continuous police and security checks are a regular feature in the area.After a brief calm, an ambush at Balimela saw 37 Greyhound commandos and other security personnel meet a watery grave in the river..