UK condoles Chhattishgarh Maoist ambush

New Delhi, Apr 5 (UNI) The United Kingdom on Monday condoled the killing of 22 security personnel in a Maoist ambush in Chhattishgarh, saying it stands ready to continue counter terrorism cooperation with the commonwealth partner.

“As we learn more about #Chhattisgarh condolences for the losses suffered by the security personnel, thoughts for their families and wishes of swift recovery for the wounded. UK will continue to work with India in fight against terrorism,” British Ambassador Alex Ellis tweeted.

On Saturday, Maoists ambushed security forces that were conducting a major operation in the heavily forested state. As a result, at least 22 security members were killed and over 30 sustained injuries.

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