208 Maoists, Including 110 Women, Surrender in Bastar: Biggest Blow Yet to Naxal Movement in Chhattisgarh

On October 17, 2025, 208 Maoist cadres surrendered in Chhattisgarh, marking the largest single-day surrender in the state. Led by commander Rupesh, they turned in 153 weapons, symbolizing a significant blow to the CPI (Maoist) movement. The event highlighted the success of the government’s rehabilitation program and ongoing counter-insurgency efforts.