Chhattisgarh’s Narayanpur district has seen a major boost in its fight against Naxalism with the surrender of 28 Maoists. This group included 22 operatives with substantial collective bounties totaling Rs 89 lakh, indicating a significant weakening of the local Naxal command structure. The surrender, which comprised 19 women, highlights the growing impact of the state government’s development-focused approach.
Authorities have credited the success to the ‘Niyad Nellanar’ (Your Good Village) scheme, which prioritizes development in remote villages, and the ‘Poona Margham’ program, designed to help former Maoists transition back into society. These initiatives have reportedly instilled confidence among Naxal cadres regarding the government’s commitment to their rehabilitation and future well-being.
The surrendered cadres included four core members, notably Pandi Dhruv alias Dinesh, a Divisional Committee member, and three others from Military Company No. 6, each carrying an Rs 8 lakh reward. Numerous area committee members, with individual bounties of Rs 5 lakh, were also part of the group. The recovery of valuable firearms, including an SLR, an INSAS rifle, and a .303 rifle, further signifies the importance of this surrender.
These individuals will now undergo the state’s rehabilitation process, receiving support and assistance to integrate into mainstream society. This event is a significant victory for law and order and reinforces the effectiveness of the government’s dual strategy of development and rehabilitation in countering extremism.