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A young Maoist couple with extensive criminal backgrounds has voluntarily surrendered to Giridih police in Jharkhand. Shivlal Hembram and Sarita Hansda, both active members of CPI (Maoist), faced multiple cases involving serious charges like murder and extortion. The couple's decision to surrender comes after growing disillusioned with the organization's leadership and their treatment of villagers. They will now benefit from the Jharkhand government's Naxal Surrender and Rehabilitation Policy.

Key Points: Maoist Couple Shivlal Sarita Surrenders in Jharkhand Giridih

  • Young Maoist couple surrenders after years of insurgency
  • Shivlal served as Area Committee Member with 11 registered cases
  • Couple married within CPI (Maoist) organization in 2024
  • Surrendered due to disillusionment with senior leadership's atrocities
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Jharkhand: Maoist couple wanted in multiple cases surrenders in Giridih

Wanted Maoist couple Shivlal Hembram and Sarita Hansda surrender to Giridih police, facing multiple criminal cases

"A significant step toward restoring peace in the region - Deepak Sharma, Giridih SP"

Giridih (Jharkhand), Oct 8

A Maoist couple wanted in several criminal cases surrendered before senior police and district officials in Giridih, Jharkhand, on Wednesday.

The couple -- Shivlal Hembram alias Shiva (25) and his wife Sarita Hansda alias Urmila (19) -- were both active members of the CPI (Maoist) organisation.

According to police, Shivlal, a resident of Tesafuli village under Madhuban police station, served as an Area Committee Member in the Maoist hierarchy. His wife, Sarita, from Chatro village in the Khukhra police station area, was part of a Maoist squad.

Police records show that 11 cases are registered against Shivlal across several police stations -- including Giridih, Dumri, Khukhra, Madhuban, Chatrochatti, and Jageshwar Vihar.

These cases involve charges of murder, extortion, possession of arms and explosives, and offences under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. Sarita also faces several FIRs linked to Naxal-related activities.

Officials said Shivlal joined the Maoist organisation in 2017 and initially served as the bodyguard to senior Maoist commander Karam Da alias Vivek, who carries a bounty of Rs 1 crore.

Due to his growing involvement, he was promoted to Area Committee Member in 2022. Shivlal was reportedly involved in planning and executing multiple Maoist operations, including concealing explosives, extortion from villagers, and ambushes on police forces.

Sarita, on the other hand, joined the Maoists in 2020 after being recruited by a woman cadre known as Jaya Di. The couple married within the organisation in 2024.

According to police, they chose to surrender because they had become disillusioned with the exploitation and atrocities committed by senior Maoist leaders on innocent villagers.

Giridih Police said they had been in constant touch with the couple's families, persuading them to return to the mainstream.

Following their surrender, both will be provided benefits under the Jharkhand government's Naxal Surrender and Rehabilitation Policy.

Giridih Superintendent of Police Deepak Sharma hailed the surrender as a "significant step toward restoring peace in the region" and urged other Maoists to lay down arms and join the path of development.

- IANS

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Priya S
Only 19 years old and already involved in such activities? This shows how vulnerable youth in these areas are being exploited. We need better education and employment opportunities in tribal regions to prevent radicalization.
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Aditya G
While I appreciate their surrender, let's not forget the victims of their crimes. 11 cases including murder - justice must be served even as we welcome them back to mainstream society. The law should take its course.
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Sarah B
The police deserve credit for maintaining contact with their families and facilitating this surrender. This approach of dialogue and persuasion is more effective than just armed operations. Good work by Giridih police! 👍
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Michael C
Interesting that they surrendered due to disillusionment with senior leaders' exploitation. This pattern repeats across many Maoist surrenders - the leadership preaches revolution but practices exploitation. Hope more follow their example.
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Nisha Z
The rehabilitation policy is good, but implementation matters. Hope they get proper vocational training and support to start anew. Otherwise, they might return to old ways. The government must ensure proper follow-up.

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