January 14, 2026
29 Maoists Surrender in Chhattisgarh's Sukma, Boosting Fight Against Insurgency
In a major boost to anti-Naxal efforts, 29 Maoists surrendered in Sukma, impressed by the government’s rehabilitation plan. Key leaders included Podiam Budhra, carrying a ₹2 lakh bounty. The new security camp in Gogunda played a big role in breaking Maoist hold in the region.