Big Surrender in Chhattisgarh: 12 Naxals Lay Down Arms Amid Anti-Naxal Push
In a major boost to Chhattisgarh’s fight against Naxalism, 12 Naxals surrendered to police in Narayanpur district today. This group includes five women and seven men, with a combined bounty of Rs 18 lakhs on their heads. The surrender happened amid ongoing anti-Naxal operations that are putting real pressure on the Maoist outfits.
Narayanpur Superintendent of Police Robinson Guria shared the details with . He said two of the surrendered Naxals were key ECMs (Explosive Cadre Members) in the Indravati and East Bastar areas. One even belonged to Platoon 16, whose commander security forces took down in a recent operation.
Why did they surrender? SP Guria explained that the government’s surrender policy played a big role. It offers Rs 50,000 to each person who gives up arms, plus help with ID documents to access government schemes. "They’re feeling the heat from our continuous anti-Naxal operations," he added. The Naxals themselves told police they’re tired of the chase and want a fresh start.
This isn’t a one-off event. So far in 2024, 171 Naxals have surrendered in Chhattisgarh, including some top leaders. These steps show how the state’s strategy is working to weaken the Naxal network and bring people back to normal life.
Recent Encounters Shake Up Naxal Strongholds
The news comes right after intense action in nearby areas. On Wednesday, security forces killed two Naxals in a fierce encounter in Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. Acting on tips about Naxal presence in the south-western forests, teams launched a search operation. They recovered the bodies along with arms and ammunition from the site, dealing another blow to the insurgents.
In a separate clash, two women Naxalites lost their lives in an encounter with police in Maharashtra’s Gadchiroli district. Gadchiroli SP Neelotpal said the operation targeted members of the Gatta LOS (Local Operating Squad) hiding near Modaske Village in Etapalli Taluka.
Led by Additional SP Aheri Satya Sai Karthik and backed by five C-60 units, the team moved in with help from local posts and CRPF’s E Company 191 Battalion. As the C-60 commandos searched the dense jungle, Maoists opened fire. The forces hit back hard, and the exchange ended with the recovery of two female Maoist bodies, an AK-47 rifle, a pistol, live ammo, propaganda material, and personal items.
These back-to-back events highlight the growing success of anti-Naxal operations in central India. As security forces keep the pressure on, more Naxals seem ready to surrender and leave the violence behind. Stay tuned for updates on Chhattisgarh Naxal news and Maoist encounters.
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