Telangana's CM A. Revanth Reddy Discusses Maoist Surrender and Security with HM Amit Shah
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New Delhi/Hyderabad, March 4 (NationPress) Telangana's Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy held a meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi on Wednesday, where he informed him about the recent surrender of multiple Maoist leaders in the state.
Accompanied by Director General of Police B. Shivadhar Reddy and other senior officials, the Chief Minister also addressed the potential future surrenders of remaining Maoist leaders, as well as their rehabilitation efforts.
Emphasizing the significant transformations in the state over the last two years, Chief Minister Reddy revealed to Home Minister Shah that 591 Maoists have chosen to abandon their arms and reintegrate into society in Telangana.
As per an official statement from the DGP's office, the Chief Minister noted the positive signs of several Maoist leaders opting for normal lives and elaborated on the support systems in place from the state government.
The discussion also included Central assistance for development initiatives in underprivileged areas.
Numerous security-related concerns specific to the state were addressed, along with strategies to enhance the police force during the meeting.
Attendees included Principal Secretary V. Seshadri, Additional DGP (Intelligence) Vijay Kumar, IGP (Special Intelligence Bureau) B. Sumati, and other officials.
The Chief Minister also updated the Union Home Minister on the state's law and order policies and the role of the Telangana Cyber Security Bureau in tackling cybercrime and new cyber threats.
Additionally, Reddy informed Home Minister Shah about recent reorganizations involving the Hyderabad, Cyberabad, and Malkajgiri police commissionerates, as well as the establishment of a new Future City Commissionerate.
He stressed the necessity for an increased number of IPS officers in Telangana due to the reorganization and urged the Union government to bolster the state's IPS cadre strength.
Reddy also highlighted that the rapid population growth in Hyderabad has escalated administrative demands, underscoring the need for more IPS officers to enhance policing and governance.