Raipur, Nov 29: In a significant development, ten Maoists belonging to the Maharashtra–Madhya Pradesh–Chhattisgarh (MMC) zonal committee have surrendered before the police.

Among those who laid down arms is the committee’s spokesperson, Anant alias Bikash, marking a major setback for the group’s propaganda machinery.

Police officials confirmed that the surrender took place following sustained pressure from security forces and outreach initiatives aimed at encouraging Maoists to join the mainstream.

The surrendered cadres are expected to be rehabilitated under the government’s surrender and rehabilitation policy, which provides financial assistance, vocational training, and support for reintegration into society.


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Authorities hailed the development as a morale boost for ongoing anti-Maoist operations across the tri-state region.

Security experts believe the surrender of a key spokesperson will weaken the MMC committee’s ability to mobilize cadres and spread extremist ideology.

Officials emphasized that the government remains committed to ensuring peace and development in affected areas, while continuing to offer opportunities for Maoists to abandon violence and join the democratic process.