Chhattisgarh: 50 Maoists surrender in Bijapur

Ahead of PM Narendra Modi’s visit to Chhattisgarh, 50 Maoists surrendered, including high-ranking members with bounties totaling ₹68 lakh, signaling a decline in left-wing extremism. Union home minister Amit Shah praised Chhattisgarh’s efforts in combating Maoist violence, emphasizing the government’s commitment to eradicating insurgency from the nation. The surrender, facilitated under the Niyad Nellanar policy, reflects a growing disillusionment among Maoist ranks and the expanding governance and development programs in formerly insurgent-controlled areas, leading cadres to renounce violence.

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