Two Maoists surrender in Madhya Pradesh’s Balaghat; police claim region now Naxal free
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Why in news
Two wanted Maoists surrendered to the CRPF in Balaghat, Madhya Pradesh, leading police to claim the region is now Naxal-free.
Background
Deepak (alias Chhota Deepak) and Rohit surrendered to the CRPF in Balaghat. They were part of the GRB Division of the MMC Special Zone and operated with the Malajkhand Dalam group.
Facts for Prelims
- FactTwo Maoists surrendered in Balaghat, Madhya Pradesh, following a previous surrender of 10 Maoists on December 7th.
- BodyCRPF: Central Reserve Police Force, the agency to which the Maoists surrendered.
- FactThe surrendered individuals were associated with the GRB Division of the MMC Special Zone and the Malajkhand Dalam group.
For Mains
Q. Analyze the factors contributing to the declining influence of Left Wing Extremism in central India and the role of security forces in achieving 'Naxal-free' zones.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Intelligence-led policing: Effectiveness of CRPF operations in identifying and neutralizing specific Maoist 'Dalams'
- Developmental nexus: Impact of infrastructure projects in Balaghat on reducing Maoist recruitment
- Surrender policy: Efficacy of amnesty schemes in dismantling the GRB Division's operational capacity
Keywords: Left Wing Extremism · Internal Security · Counter-insurgency · Maoist insurgency · Amnesty
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