Why Did 38 Maoists Surrender in Telangana?

Hyderabad, May 9 (NationPress) In a significant move driven by the rehabilitation initiatives of the Telangana government, 38 individuals associated with the outlawed CPI-Maoist have formally surrendered to the police in the Bhadradri Kothagudem district on Friday.

These Maoists, who were part of different factions in Chhattisgarh, presented themselves to the Superintendent of Police Rohit Raju.

The group consists of two party members, 16 militia members, seven Village Committee Members (VCMs), six members of the Krantikari Adivasi Mahila Sangathan (KAMS), three members of the Chetna Natya Manch (CNM), and four members of the Guerrilla Revolutionary Districts (GRDs).

Upon surrendering, the police official handed over cheques to these individuals as part of their immediate rehabilitation aid.

According to the SP, the decision to abandon the Maoist ideology was influenced by the welfare programs aimed at supporting former Maoists and the development efforts for tribal populations initiated under the “Operation Cheyutha” program by the local police and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF).

Increasingly, members of various Maoist factions are opting to lay down their arms, drawn by the rehabilitation benefits offered by the Telangana government. They have also come to realize that the Telangana Police is committed to ensuring they receive their deserved rewards promptly post-surrender. Those who have chosen to surrender are now leading tranquil lives with their families, enjoying the facilities extended by the government.

This year, the SP noted that a total of 265 Maoist members from different factions have surrendered to the Kothagudem police.

He emphasized that the CPI-Maoist has been losing faith and support among the tribal communities, and its outdated ideology is hindering development in the region. The Maoists are reportedly engaging in terror tactics, including planting landmines in areas frequented by the tribal populace, further exacerbating their hardships.

“Innocent tribal individuals are suffering, with some being murdered or tortured under accusations of being police informers,” stated Rohit Raju.

He urged any party members wishing to abandon Maoism and pursue a normal life to reach out to their nearest police station or district officials, either directly or through family. The district administration is committed to ensuring all necessary benefits for the rehabilitation and livelihood of surrendered members.

“If senior Maoist leaders from Telangana are inclined to reintegrate into society, the police will facilitate immediate cash rewards and rehabilitation options,” he concluded.