108 Maoists, including top commanders, surrender in Chhattisgarh
India
Big news from Chhattisgarh: 108 Maoists, including several top commanders, surrendered across six districts on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Together, they had bounties totaling nearly ₹4 crore.
This move is seen as a major step toward the government's goal of ending Naxalism by March 31, 2026.
State is also helping ex-rebels start fresh with job training
This mass surrender not only weakened Maoist groups but also led to the recovery of weapons based on information shared by the surrendered Maoists.
In recent years, Chhattisgarh has ramped up its fight against Naxalism. The state is also helping ex-rebels start fresh with job training and welcome kits (yes, including mobile phones), showing a shift toward long-term peace in the region.