Maoists attack Army Helicopter

July 13, 2001
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A pilot and two others were injured when Maoists fired at a military helicopter at Rolpa, official security sources said.

The helicopter was on a search and rescue mission for 70 policemen kidnapped by Maoists on Thursday.

There were heavy casualties in the Maoist side in the first direct military operation against rebels.

The pilot, who got shot on his leg has been identified at Captain Binayak Singh.

More details will follow.