Major Breakthrough: 28 Maoists With Rs 89 Lakh Bounty Surrender in Chhattisgarh Under Rehabilitation Initiatives

Nov 25, 2025 09:48 pm CST

In a significant development for Chhattisgarh's anti-insurgency efforts, 28 Maoists, including 22 carrying collective rewards of Rs 89 lakh, have surrendered in Narayanpur district. This surrender, part of over 2200 Maoists who have joined the mainstream in the past 23 months, highlights the success of government rehabilitation initiatives like 'Niyad Nellanar' and 'Poona Margham'. The group included 19 women and four high-profile cadres who turned in sophisticated weapons, marking a substantial blow to Maoist operations in the region.