PATNA: The naxals in Lakhisarai district of Bihar reportedly hijacked a train in wee hours of Thursday, reported news agency ANI.
Danapur Durg Express (Train no-13288) was captured near Jamui's Shahid Jitendra Halt, disrupting railway operations. The Maoists took the railway guard hostage and also blew up a mobile tower nearby.
The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and the naxals exchanged fire.
No casualties were reported from either side, stated a CRPF statement.
Railway operations have now resumed.
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