counter-insurgency
320 Maoist Cadres Killed in 11 Months: Internal Report Reveals Organizational Crisis and Security Operation Impact
Nov 24, 2025 12:30 am CST
A Maoist Central Committee document reveals 320 cadres were killed across India in just 11 months, including high-ranking officials like General Secretary Basava Raju. With 243 deaths in Dandakaranya alone and hundreds more surrendering, Chhattisgarh Police confirm the organization faces severe decline as government development initiatives transform former strongholds.
Former IPS Officer Anand Mishra Secures Historic BJP Victory in Bihar's Traditional Congress Stronghold
Nov 16, 2025 02:22 pm CST
Former IPS officer Anand Mishra, known for his viral policing videos and counter-insurgency operations, has won Bihar's Buxar assembly seat by over 28,000 votes. After transitioning from Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party to BJP in August 2024, the martial arts black belt holder defeated Congress in its traditional stronghold, marking a significant political debut in his home state.
High-Ranking Maoist Commander with Rs 5 Lakh Bounty Surrenders in Jharkhand Under 'Nai Disha' Policy
Nov 12, 2025 07:35 pm CST
Two senior Maoist commanders from the Jharkhand Jan Mukti Parishad (JJMP) have surrendered to authorities in Latehar district. One of them, Brajesh Yadav, carried a Rs 5 lakh bounty on his head. Both insurgents surrendered under the state government's 'Nai Disha' rehabilitation policy, which provides benefits to former extremists and their families.
Arunachal Pradesh Police Issues Warning Against Fake Army Casualties Report on Social Media
Nov 03, 2025 11:10 am CST
Arunachal Pradesh Police have warned of legal action against an X user who spread false information about Indian Army casualties in a supposed gunfight with insurgents. Contrary to these fake claims, Assam Rifles has successfully conducted counter-insurgency operations against ULFA(I) and NSCN-K(YA) groups in the northeastern region, maintaining security in this sensitive border area.
51 Maoists Embrace Peace: Inside Chhattisgarh's Successful "Poona Margem" Rehabilitation Program
Oct 30, 2025 12:58 am CST
In a landmark achievement for Chhattisgarh's anti-Naxal campaign, 51 Maoist operatives have surrendered through the "Poona Margem" rehabilitation initiative. This comprehensive program offers financial support, vocational training, and social reintegration to former militants, demonstrating the effectiveness of combining humanitarian outreach with security operations. Since 2024, the region has witnessed over 650 surrenders, marking a significant shift in the state's approach to insurgency.
The Final Countdown: India's Deadly Battle to Eradicate Maoism by 2026
Oct 29, 2025 05:38 pm CST
As India approaches the March 2026 deadline to eliminate Left Wing Extremism, Bastar Range reveals the devastating toll of this decades-long conflict: 3,404 armed encounters, 1,541 Maoists and 1,315 security personnel killed, 1,817 civilian casualties, and thousands of surrenders and arrests. This comprehensive analysis examines the bloodiest phase of Chhattisgarh's Maoist insurgency and questions whether peace can finally be achieved in this war-torn region.
Senior Maoist Leaders Surrender: Major Blow to Left-Wing Extremism in Telangana
Oct 29, 2025 01:49 am CST
Two veteran Maoist leaders, Pulluri Prasad Rao and Bandi Prakash, with over four decades of experience, have surrendered in Hyderabad, delivering a significant blow to Left-Wing Extremism in Telangana. Their surrender reflects the success of the government's dual strategy combining security operations with rehabilitation policies, potentially signaling the movement's final phase as their departure creates critical leadership vacuums and weakens recruitment efforts.
258 Maoists Surrender in Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra: Amit Shah Sets 2026 Deadline for Eliminating Naxalism
Oct 16, 2025 11:43 pm CST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah announces the surrender of 258 Maoists in Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra, declaring two former strongholds free from Maoist influence. The government aims to completely eliminate Naxalism by March 31, 2026, with significant progress already made since the BJP government took power in Chhattisgarh.
Historic Mass Surrender: 170 Maoists Including Top Commander Lay Down Arms in Chhattisgarh's Anti-Naxal Campaign
Oct 16, 2025 09:04 pm CST
In a significant breakthrough in India's fight against left-wing extremism, 170 Maoists including intelligence chief Rupesh surrendered in Chhattisgarh, bringing the total to 258 surrenders across two states in just 48 hours. This historic development marks a turning point in the region's security situation, with authorities declaring North Bastar and Abujhmad completely free from Naxalite violence for the first time in decades.
CRPF Head Constable Succumbs to Injuries After IED Blast During Anti-Maoist Operation in Jharkhand
Oct 11, 2025 04:21 pm CST
A 45-year-old CRPF Head Constable from Assam has died after being critically injured by a pressure IED during counter-insurgency operations against Maoists in West Singhbhum district of Jharkhand. The incident occurred during a security operation in the Babudera-Samta axis, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by paramilitary forces in Maoist-affected regions.