operation kagar

Telangana Congress president B Mahesh Kumar Goud has criticized Union Minister Amit Shah's remarks regarding Congress's stance on 'operation kagar' against Maoists. Goud questioned Shah's criticism, pointing to the BJP government's ceasefire with Pakistan. He highlighted Congress's commitment to peace and dialogue, emphasizing that diplomacy is a tool for resolving internal conflicts.

Senior Maoist leader Pulluri Prasad Rao, alias Chandranna, has joined the mainstream, asserting the ideology remains undefeated despite factional splits. Citing failing health and sustained pressure, he clarified it's not a surrender but a move to fight for people from within society. Chandranna pledged allegiance to a new general secretary and vowed to continue the ideological struggle.

Top Maoist Devuji, who recently joined the mainstream, urged Telangana CM Revanth Reddy to advocate for lifting the ban on CPI (Maoist). He stated the party would operate legally and disband the PLGA if granted political space. Devuji also called for the release of jailed Maoist leaders and support for their families.

Chief Minister Revanth Reddy called for a national debate on ‘operation kagar' in Chhattisgarh, awaiting Congress high command's policy decision. He dismissed KCR's criticism as frustration, highlighting the need for a strong leader like Indira Gandhi. Reddy acknowledged communication gaps in publicizing government schemes and defended the legal pursuit of cases against BRS leaders, denying political animosity.

Internal confessions from surrendered Maoist leaders reveal a deep crisis, marked by a loss of tribal trust, an aging leadership, and shrinking armed units. A significant split over peace talks divides the Dandakaranya Special Zonal Committee, with one faction open to joining the mainstream and another determined to continue armed activity.

The CPI (Maoist) faces significant vulnerabilities with the death of key leader Chalapati, reducing their Central Committee to 19 members. Aging leadership and increasing health issues, combined with effective security operations, have forced a retreat from strongholds, indicating a weakening insurgency.

Rejaz M Sheeba Sydeek, a top Maoist sympathizer from Kerala, was arrested in Nagpur for waging war against India after posting pro-Maoist content on Instagram. Linked to banned CPI (Maoist), he was mobilizing funds, propaganda, and student networks. Seized materials revealed efforts to oppose government operations. His girlfriend, a student, also shared Maoist ideologies.

Vimala Chandra Sidam, known as Tarakka, a key Maoist leader, surrendered after 38 years, significantly weakening the movement in Abujmarh. Her surrender paved the way for her husband, ideologue Bhupathi, and hundreds of cadres, including a majority of women, to also lay down arms, disillusioned with the harsh ideology and seeking stability.