In a significant development for anti-insurgency efforts, 50 Maoist cadres, including a notable 32 women, have surrendered to security forces in the Kanker district of Chhattisgarh. This mass surrender, which also saw the handing over of 39 weapons, represents a major setback for the Naxal movement in the region. The operation occurred at the Kamtera camp, involving the 40th Battalion of the Border Security Force. Officials are optimistic, anticipating an additional 120 cadres to surrender soon in the Bijapur district, signaling a potential turning point in the ongoing conflict. The surrendered group includes several high-ranking Maoist leaders, underscoring the impact of this development on the Naxal network.
