Maoists set ablaze two mixture machines deployed for developmental work in the restive Dantewada district, police said on Friday.
“The incident took place at village Murki falling under limits of Dantewada police station during late evening hours on Thursday,” said Dantewada Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) G l Baghel.
According to him, a group of armed Naxals stormed into the construction site of a poultry farm being developed by the State Government and set afire two mixture machines.
Meanwhile, they also dropped some pamphlets and banner at the spot. After being informed about the incident, police rushed to the spot to avert further loss and launched a manhunt to nab the rebels.
As per sources, the rebels have also threatened the labourers engaged in construction work and cautioned them to remain ready for dire consequence if they continue construction work of the poultry farm.