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Chhattisgarh's Naxal Fight: 10 More Maoists Surrender Amid Historic Bastar Shift

Security forces in Sukma, Chhattisgarh, have scored another major win with ten more Maoists surrendering. The group handed over serious weapons and had a significant bounty on their heads. State officials are praising a rehabilitation policy that promises a dignified return to mainstream society. This event is seen as part of a larger, historic shift towards peace in the troubled Bastar region.

Key Points: 10 Maoists Surrender in Sukma as Chhattisgarh Aims for Naxal-Free Future

  • Ten Maoists from the Darbha division surrendered, carrying a combined bounty of ₹33 lakh
  • The group included six women and surrendered weapons including an AK-47 and grenade launcher
  • Chief Minister Sai credited the transformation to PM Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah's leadership
  • The surrender follows the recent elimination of commander Hidma and other major successes
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10 more Maoists surrender in Sukma; Chhattisgarh moves closer to Naxal-free future

10 Maoists with a ₹33 lakh bounty surrender in Sukma, handing over weapons like an AK-47. Officials hail a historic shift in Bastar under state rehabilitation policy.

"Our goal is clear: to make Chhattisgarh completely Maoist-free and to give Bastar a new identity of development, trust, and opportunities. - Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai"

Raipur/Sukma, Dec 12

Sukma in Chhattisgarh has witnessed a significant success in the fight against Naxal insurgency, with ten Maoists from the Darbha division surrendering before security forces.

The surrendered cadres carried a combined bounty of Rs 33 lakh, including Medium Bhima, who alone had an Rs 8 lakh reward on his head.

The group, which included six women, handed over weapons such as an AK-47, two SLRs, and a BGL (barrel grenade launcher), signalling their decision to embrace the rehabilitation policy offered by the central and state governments.

The surrender program was attended by Bastar Inspector General P Sundarraj, CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force) DIG (Deputy Inspector General) Anand Singh Rajpurohit, Sukma SP Kiran Chavan, and Collector Devesh Dhruv.

Officials reiterated that the rehabilitation policy guarantees dignity, livelihood, and reintegration into society for those who abandon violence.

Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, in a statement on his X handle, hailed the development as part of a historic transformation in Bastar under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the guidance of Union Home Minister Amit Shah.

He emphasised that the “Poona Margem – Rehabilitation to Rejuvenation” initiative is helping Maoist cadres return to the mainstream, offering them a secure and dignified life with their families.

“Our goal is clear: to make Chhattisgarh completely Maoist-free and to give Bastar a new identity of development, trust, and opportunities,” he said.

The surrendered Maoists include Medium Bhima (Rs 8 lakh), Ganga Kunjam (Rs 5 lakh), Lekam Rama (Rs 5 lakh), Tati Soni (Rs 5 lakh), Shanti Sodi (Rs 5 lakh), Madvi Naveen (Rs 1 lakh), Madvi Rukni (Rs 1 lakh), Oyam Mangli (Rs 1 lakh), Podiyam Mangi (Rs 1 lakh), and Madvi Gangi (Rs 1 lakh).

Umesh Sundam, district president of Sarva Adivasi Samaj, urged remaining youth in the organisation to follow suit, noting that the situation in Bastar is changing rapidly.

He pointed out that even senior cadres are surrendering in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Maharashtra. This development comes on the heels of another major success when 11 Maoists, including CCM member Ramdher Majji, surrendered in Khairagarh.

Majji, a top leader long sought by police, had been central to the MMC zone, which is now believed to be nearly dismantled.

With the recent elimination of notorious commander Hidma and successive surrenders, security agencies expect more Maoists to lay down arms.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah is scheduled to visit Chhattisgarh next week, a visit considered crucial in consolidating these gains.

- IANS

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Priya S
Heartening to see six women among those who surrendered. They must have faced unimaginable hardships. I hope the government's promise of livelihood and reintegration is fulfilled properly, especially for them. Wishing them a peaceful new beginning.
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Rohit P
Good step, but the real test is what happens next. We've heard about rehabilitation policies before. Will these people get real jobs, or will they be forgotten in a few months? The administration needs to follow through.
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Sarah B
As someone who has read about the conflict for years, this feels like a turning point. The surrender of top leaders and the handing over of heavy weapons like AK-47s is a significant blow to the insurgency. Kudos to our security forces.
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Vikram M
Finally, the youth of Bastar can dream of a future beyond the gun. Development and opportunities are the ultimate solutions. Hope Amit Shah's visit brings more concrete plans for roads, schools, and hospitals in the region.
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Karthik V
Rs 33 lakh total bounty! That's taxpayer money well saved. More importantly, lives are being saved. The "Poona Margem" initiative seems to be a good strategy. Let's hope this momentum continues.

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