Who Are the Three Maoist Guerrillas Charged in the 2023 Kerala Forest Office Attack?
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Synopsis
The NIA's recent charge sheet reveals the identities of three Maoist guerrillas involved in a violent attack on the Kerala Forest Department Corporation office in 2023. This incident highlights the ongoing threat posed by extremist groups in India and raises concerns about public safety in the region.
Key Takeaways
- The NIA charged three Maoist guerrillas in connection with the 2023 KFDC office attack.
- The attack involved armed intrusion and property damage.
- The attackers are linked to the banned CPI (Maoist) organization.
- The incident highlights ongoing security challenges in Kerala.
- Law enforcement continues to pursue justice against extremist groups.
New Delhi, May 31 (NationPress) The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has named three Maoist guerrillas from the Kabani Dalam squad in a charge sheet submitted to a Special Kerala court regarding the armed assault on the Kerala Forest Department Corporation (KFDC) office in Wayanad in 2023, as confirmed by an official on Saturday.
This charge sheet was presented to the Special Court in Ernakulam against the trio affiliated with the banned CPI (Maoist) terrorist organization on Friday.
The individuals identified in the charge sheet are C.P. Moideen alias Girish alias Salil alias Sajan, Manoj P.M. alias Ashique, and P.K. Soman alias Shahid alias Akbar.
They face charges under various sections of the IPC, the Arms Act, the Prevention of Damage to Public Property Act, the Kerala Forest Act, 1961, and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, as stated by an NIA official.
According to the charge sheet, five members of the CPI (Maoist), armed with lethal weapons, illegally assembled and intruded into the KFDC office on September 28, 2023.
During the assault, they restrained the KFDC Manager and caused significant damage to public property and equipment using iron rods. While chanting Maoist slogans, these individuals also affixed CPI (Maoist) posters within the office premises.
Following the incident, law enforcement agencies arrested four of the attackers, while one voluntarily surrendered to the police.
The NIA, which assumed control of the investigation shortly afterward, discovered that C.P. Moideen, Manoj P.M., and P.K. Soman, along with H. S. Ravindra alias Kotehonda Ravialias alias Manoj alias Ramu and Santhosh Kumar A alias Sandhosh Kumar alias Raja, were part of the Military Wing People’s Liberation Guerrilla Army (PLGA) of CPI (Maoist).
They established a local guerrilla unit named Kabani Dalam in the forests of Wayanad and were actively involved in terrorist activities aimed at instilling fear in the public and undermining the government. The attack on the KFDC was a component of their violent anti-national strategy, as outlined by the NIA.
Point of View
It remains vital to uphold the rule of law and ensure the safety of citizens.
NationPress
19/07/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Kabani Dalam squad?
The Kabani Dalam squad is a local guerrilla unit formed by Maoists in the Wayanad forests, actively engaged in terrorist activities aimed at instilling fear and destabilizing government authority.
What charges were filed against the Maoists?
The Maoists face charges under various laws, including the IPC, Arms Act, Prevention of Damage to Public Property Act, Kerala Forest Act, and Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act.
When did the attack on the KFDC office occur?
The attack on the Kerala Forest Department Corporation office occurred on September 28, 2023.
What actions were taken by the attackers during the incident?
The attackers restrained the KFDC Manager, damaged property using iron rods, and displayed Maoist propaganda by pasting posters.
How many attackers were arrested following the incident?
Four attackers were arrested by law enforcement agencies, while one surrendered to the police.
