Update on the killing of Maoist leader Kishenji.

Maoists today have demanded an independent probe into the circumstances leading to his death in West Midnapore district, alleging that Kishenji was killed in a fake encounter at Burisole jungle.

"To protest this we are calling a two-day statewide bandh from November 26 and a week-long protest," Maoist state committee member and spokesperson Akash said. 

He added, "Kishenji was arrested when our people were present nearby and then murdered in cold blood.We demand an independent investigation into the killing of our leader." 

Telugu poet Varvara Rao said, "The story of an encounter is a fabrication. Mamata Banerjee proved to be deceptive, speaking of peace with the Maoists while carrying on joint force operations." 

Rao said he was flying down to Kolkata from Hyderabad with Kishenji's niece to identify the body.