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25 Maoists with ₹1.47 Cr Bounty Surrender in Chhattisgarh, Gold Seized

In a significant development for anti-Naxal operations, 25 Maoist cadres from the Dandakaranya Special Zonal Committee surrendered in Bijapur, Chhattisgarh. Their surrender led to the largest-ever recovery of Maoist assets, including ₹2.90 crore in cash and 7.20 kg of gold. Since the start of 2024, a total of 1,003 Maoist cadres have surrendered in the district under the government's rehabilitation initiative. Security agencies are urging remaining cadres to lay down arms, promising full support for their reintegration into society.

Key Points: 25 Maoists Surrender in Bijapur, ₹14 Cr Assets Recovered

  • 25 Maoists surrender with ₹1.47 Cr reward
  • ₹14.06 Cr in cash & gold recovered
  • 93 lethal weapons seized
  • 1,003 cadres have surrendered in Bijapur since Jan 2024
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Chhattisgarh: 25 more Maoists with combined reward of Rs 1.47 crore surrender in Bijapur

25 Maoist cadres surrender in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur. Security forces recover ₹14.06 crore in cash & gold, marking a major blow to Naxal forces.

"acknowledged the futility of continued violence and chose to join the national mainstream - Surrendering Maoist Cadres"

Raipur/Bijapur, March 31 In a major boost to anti-Naxal operations in Chhattisgarh, 25 Maoist cadres associated with the Dandakaranya Special Zonal Committee have surrendered and returned to the mainstream.

This development occurred under the "Poona Margem" rehabilitation to rejuvenation initiative on Tuesday.

The surrendering cadres, which include 12 women, had a collective reward of Rs 1.47 crore declared on them. Along with their surrender, security forces achieved the largest recovery in Maoist history, seizing assets worth Rs 14.06 crore. This includes Rs 2.90 crore in cash and 7.20 kilograms of gold valued at Rs 11.16 crore.

Additionally, 93 lethal weapons were recovered, including LMGs, AK-47 rifles, SLR rifles, and INSAS rifles.

Among the prominent cadres who surrendered are senior Maoist leaders such as Mangal Korsa alias Motu, Akash alias Phagu Uika, DVCM (divisional committee member) Shankar Muchaki, ACM Raju Raiyam alias Munna, and ACM (area committee member) Pale Kursam.

These individuals acknowledged the futility of continued violence and chose to join the national mainstream. The surrender ceremony was attended by senior officials, including Inspector General of Police Bastar Range Sundarraj P, Deputy Inspector General of Police BS Negi, Superintendent of Police Dr Jitendra Kumar Yadav, and other police and administrative officers, along with family members of the surrendering cadres.

Since January 1, 2024, a total of 1,003 Maoist cadres have surrendered in Bijapur district under the rehabilitation initiative. Combined recoveries in the region now stand at Rs 19.43 crore, including Rs 6.63 crore in cash and 8.20 kilograms of gold.

The Chhattisgarh government, in coordination with central security forces, is providing full support for the rehabilitation, security, and dignified reintegration of these former cadres into society.

Security agencies have appealed to the remaining Maoist cadres to lay down their arms and return to the mainstream, assuring them of a safe and bright future.

- IANS

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Sarah B
The amount of cash and gold recovered is staggering! Rs 14 crore? It shows the scale of the problem. Where did all this wealth come from? It's good it's out of their hands now. The focus must be on using these resources for development in the region.
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Vikram M
Over 1000 surrenders since January in just Bijapur district! That's a massive shift. The government's dual strategy of development and firm security action is yielding results. Let's hope this brings lasting peace to the tribal areas. Jai Hind!
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Priya S
My heart goes out to the 12 women who surrendered. Their journey back into society, especially for women, will need sensitive handling. I hope the rehabilitation program provides proper counseling, education, and job training, not just a one-time settlement.
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Rohit P
While this is good news, we must be cautious. The real test is whether these former cadres can be successfully integrated and whether violence actually reduces on the ground. The administration must ensure promises of security and a future are kept, otherwise it's just a numbers game.
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Karthik V
The recovery of 93 weapons is as important as the surrender. Each AK-47 off the streets saves potential lives - of security personnel and innocent villagers caught in crossfire. Salute to our police and forces in Bastar. 🫡

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