In a powerful display of community outreach, a joint initiative by district police and CRPF forces in Telangana has led to the peaceful surrender of six members belonging to the outlawed CPI (Maoist) group. These individuals, originating from the highly sensitive south Bastar division in Chhattisgarh, chose to lay down their arms before authorities in Kothagudem on Tuesday, marking a pivotal moment in the ongoing efforts to restore peace.
This latest development significantly boosts the region’s anti-insurgency campaign, bringing the total number of Maoist surrenders in Bhadradri Kothagudem district to an impressive 326 this year alone.
Police officials attribute these voluntary surrenders to the robust Telangana government’s ‘Surrender and Rehabilitation Policy,’ synergized with the impactful ‘Operation Cheyutha.’ These initiatives have successfully encouraged Maoists from the strife-torn south Bastar division to abandon their violent paths and rejoin mainstream society, offering them a chance at a new life.
Among those who surrendered were three key party members, a militia commander, a militia member, and even a commander from the Chaitanya Natya Manch (CNM) – the cultural wing of the banned organization. They formally gave themselves up to Bhadradri Kothagudem Superintendent of Police, B. Rohith Raju, at Kothagudem.
Each of the six surrendered individuals received an immediate financial aid of ₹25,000, a crucial step towards their reintegration. Additional financial assistance, commensurate with their former ranks within the Maoist group, is also slated for disbursement once they complete the necessary formalities, including submitting their Aadhaar cards and bank account details. This comprehensive support aims to ensure their successful transition back into civilian life.