A case for using air power against Maoists

India’s paramilitary forces, which until now had only nine helicopters for anti-Maoist operations, have been sanctioned six more Mi-17 helicopters by the Centre. The expanded fleet strength of helicopters will provide the paramilitary forces much needed agility in their ongoing battle against left-wing extremism, significantly reducing their vulnerability to ambushes while negotiating through jungles on foot or by motorised vehicles.

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