Three Maoists, including the acting chief of the People’s Liberation Front of India (PLFI), were apprehended in Jharkhand by security forces. The arrest took place in the Khunti district during a joint operation by the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and the Jharkhand Police. The PLFI is a banned Maoist outfit known for its involvement in various criminal activities, including extortion and violence. The three individuals were identified as the PLFI acting chief Dinesh Gope, along with two other members. The security forces also seized weapons and ammunition during the operation. This successful operation is a significant blow to the Maoist group’s activities in the region. The security forces have been actively engaged in anti-Maoist operations in Jharkhand to combat the insurgency and maintain peace in the state. The apprehension of the PLFI acting chief and his associates is a major achievement in the fight against left-wing extremism in India. The authorities are likely to interrogate the arrested individuals to gather more information about the Maoist group’s activities and networks. Such operations are crucial in dismantling Maoist organizations and ensuring the safety and security of the local population.