Bijapur, Dec. 16 -- As many as 34 Naxals surrendered in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district, marking a significant breakthrough in the state's ongoing efforts to curb Left-Wing Extremism and restore lasting peace in the region. The surrendered Maoist cadres were collectively carrying a reward of Rs 84 lakh, the Bijapur Police said.

The surrender took place under the state government's rehabilitation initiative titled "Poona Margham: Punarvas Se Punarjeevan" (Return to the Mainstream: Social Reintegration through Rehabilitation), which focuses on reintegrating former extremists and welfare-based measures. Officials said the move reflects the growing impact of sustained anti-Naxal policies combined with confidence-building efforts.

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