Synopsis
In a significant move, 60 Maoists surrendered to the police in Bhadradri Kothagudem, Telangana, marking a notable event in efforts to reintegrate insurgents into society. This follows previous surrenders, reflecting ongoing government initiatives aimed at reducing Maoist violence.Key Takeaways
- 60 Maoists surrendered in Telangana.
- Event took place at Kothagudem SP office.
- Includes high-ranking members of CPI (Maoist).
- Government's rehabilitation efforts encouraged the surrender.
- Previous surrenders occurred in March and February.
Hyderabad, March 15 (NationPress) A total of 60 Maoists have renounced violence and turned themselves in to the police in Bhadradri Kothagudem district of Telangana on Saturday, according to officials. This district borders the conflict-ridden Sukma district of Chhattisgarh.
The significant surrender event occurred at the office of the Kothagudem Superintendent of Police (SP) in the presence of the Inspector General (IG) of Police, Multi-Zone 1.
Senior police officials, including SP Rohith Raju and Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) of Bhadrachalam, were present at the press briefing where the surrender was officially disclosed.
As reported by the police, those who surrendered are from various factions and include members with notable roles within the banned Communist Party of India (Maoist).
Among the surrendering individuals, there are at least 16 women. The police also noted that a number of these Maoists originated from the Bijapur and Sukma districts of Chhattisgarh, which are recognized as epicenters of Maoist activity.
Officials credited the mass surrender to the continued efforts of the government to motivate Maoists to forsake violence and reintegrate into society.
The police indicated that the insurgents were encouraged to surrender after being informed about the various welfare initiatives and rehabilitation programs available through the state government.
"It is heartening to observe these individuals opting to abandon the path of violence and reintegrate into society," stated SP Rohit Raj while addressing the media.
"One of the surrendered Maoists held a prominent position," he further noted.
This large-scale surrender follows a similar occurrence on March 4, when 14 Maoists surrendered in the same district.
Previously, on February 13, a group of 19 CPI (Maoists) from Chhattisgarh had also surrendered to the police in Bhadradri Kothagudem.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has repeatedly asserted that the Maoist threat will be eliminated by March 2026, ensuring that no citizen will lose their life due to this conflict.
