Thirteen Maoists have surrendered in Chhattisgarh’s insurgency-affected Bastar division’s Narayanpur and Sukma districts.
Eight rebels — including a technical team commander — who were active in Narayanpur’s Abujhmad, capitulated during an anti-Naxal operation. The others were active in Sukma’s Jagargunda and Chintalnar areas.
In order to implement Union Home Affairs Minister Amit Shah’s declaration of a Naxal-free Bastar at the ground level, the security forces are conducting a monsoon operation. The entry of personnel into dense forests has instilled fear into the minds of militants who were hitherto considering rivers and nullahs as a protective cover.
“A forceful campaign is underway against the banned Maoist organisation in entire Bastar division. In the first six months of this year, 204 insurgents have been neutralised in encounters, whereas 140 surrendered. Bastar Police is committed to maintain the momentum of the drive. This success even during inclement weather showcases the firm resolve of the security forces. Lasting peace, progress, and prosperity shall be ensured in Bastar,” Inspector General (Bastar Range) Sundarraj Patttilingam said today.
