108 Maoists surrender in Chhattisgarh
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Why in news
Ten Maoist rebels surrendered to security forces in Chhattisgarh, contributing to a total of 108 surrenders as the Union Home Minister set a deadline for the eradication of Maoism by March 31, 2026.
Background
The surrendered rebels belonged to the Dandakaranya Special Zonal Committee and carried a collective reward of ₹3.95 crore. The group included six divisional commanders, each with an individual bounty of eight lakh.
Facts for Prelims
- FactTotal number of Maoist rebels surrendered in Chhattisgarh reached 108 as of March 2026
- FactCollective reward for the surrendered group was ₹3.95 crore
- FactSix divisional commanders were among the rebels, each with an individual bounty of eight lakh
- PlaceDandakaranya Special Zonal Committee operates in Chhattisgarh
- FactUnion Home Minister Amit Shah set a deadline of March 31, 2026, for the eradication of Maoism
For Mains
Q. Analyze the multi-pronged strategy adopted by the Indian government to combat Left Wing Extremism in the Dandakaranya region.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Developmental gap: Lack of infrastructure and basic amenities in tribal belts fueling insurgent recruitment
- Security-Development nexus: Balancing kinetic security operations with long-term socio-economic integration of marginalized communities
Keywords: Left Wing Extremism · Internal Security · Counter-insurgency · Dandakaranya · Maoist insurgency
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