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Sukma Declared Naxal-Free After Surrender of Two Female Cadres

Sukma district has been declared completely free of Maoist influence following the surrender and rehabilitation of two female Naxalites from Company Number 8. The surrendered cadres had a combined bounty of Rs 16 lakh on their heads, and security forces recovered six automatic weapons and approximately Rs 10 lakh in cash. The police attribute this success to sustained operations over two years, resulting in over 90 Naxalite deaths, 600 arrests, and 800 surrenders. Union Home Minister Amit Shah also stated that Naxalism has been nearly eradicated from the Bastar region, with significant development progress underway.

Key Points: Sukma District Declared Free of Maoist Influence

  • Two female Naxalites surrender
  • Rs 16 lakh bounty on heads
  • 6 automatic weapons recovered
  • Over 90 Naxalites killed in 2 years
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Sukma declared Naxal-free after surrender of two female Naxalites: Police

Sukma declared Naxal-free after two female cadres with Rs 16 lakh bounty surrender. Weapons, cash recovered in major security victory.

"Following today's surrender, the Sukma district has been declared completely free of Maoist influence. - SP Kiran G Chavan"

Sukma, April 1

Sukma district has been declared completely free of Maoist influence following the surrender and rehabilitation of two female Naxalites, Superintendent of Police Sukma Kiran G Chavan said on Tuesday.

SP Chavan said the two women were members of Company Number 8 of the Naxalite organisation and had a combined bounty of Rs 16 lakhs on their heads.

Speaking to ANI, he said, "Today, March 31, 2026, in the Sukma district, two female Naxalites have surrendered and undergone rehabilitation. They were members of Company Number 8 of the Naxalite organisation. A bounty of Rs 16 lakhs had been placed on their heads..."

He further said that weapons and cash were recovered during the process. "6 automatic weapons, including one INSAS LMG, two AK-47s, and three other firearms, along with roughly Rs 10 lakh in cash, were recovered from them..."

He noted that," Following today's surrender, the Sukma district has been declared completely free of Maoist influence."

Explaining the development, the SP said sustained operations by security forces over the past two years, along with the establishment of camps in interior regions, led to this outcome.

"...This achievement is the result of continuous efforts over the past two years, during which security forces established camps in the interior regions and conducted sustained operations that resulted in the deaths of over 90 Naxalites..." he said.

SP Chavan added that, " more than 600 Naxalites have been arrested, and approximately 800 others have surrendered and undergone rehabilitation..."

Chavan also highlighted the improvement in security and development in the region, stating that interior areas are now more accessible and development work is progressing steadily.

"The interior region of Sukma now has a high deployment of security forces. Access to many interior areas has been opened, and development work on around 60 roads is currently in progress. Several other development projects are also being implemented. Through sports, especially, the youth are getting connected with the mainstream. In the coming days, the police and security forces will continue to cooperate for the development of the people," he added.

Meanwhile, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Monday that Naxalism has been almost eradicated from Bastar and the region is now on the path of progress.

Replying to the debate in Lok Sabha on efforts to free the country from Left Wing Extremism, Amit Shah said, "Today, Naxalism has been almost eradicated from Bastar. A campaign was launched to establish a school in every single village across Bastar. A drive was undertaken to open a ration shop in every village within the region. Primary Health Centres (PHCs) and Community Health Centres (CHCs) have been established in every Tehsil and Panchayat. Aadhaar cards and ration cards have been issued to the people, and they are now receiving five kilograms of food grains.

- ANI

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Priya S
The surrender and rehabilitation of these two women is the most important part. They had a huge bounty! It shows the government's strategy of winning hearts along with operations is working. Hope they get proper support to rebuild their lives.
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Rohit P
While declaring a district "Naxal-free" is a big achievement, we must be cautiously optimistic. The real test is sustaining peace and ensuring development reaches the last person. Building roads is good, but jobs and education are key to preventing a return to violence.
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Michael C
As someone who has followed this conflict, the numbers are staggering: 90 deaths, 600 arrests, 800 surrenders in two years. The security forces deserve immense credit for this turnaround. Recovering that many weapons shows how entrenched the problem was.
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Shreya B
My heart goes out to all the young people who were caught in this cycle. The mention of using sports to connect youth to the mainstream is brilliant. Cricket and football leagues in these areas can do wonders for unity and hope. More power to them!
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Kiran H
A respectful criticism: We must ensure this "freedom" is not just a security declaration but a lived reality for tribal communities. For decades, they were neglected. Now with PHCs, ration shops, and Aadhaar, the administration must deliver services with dignity, not just as a counter-insurgency metric.

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