Bhubaneshwar, Feb. 26 -- An internal conflict among the Maoists over the prospect of surrender has led to the killing of a platoon commander, Anwesh.

According to the Odisha Police, Anwesh, along with 12 other Maoist members operating in the Kandhamal region wanted to surrender to the police, but this did not sit well with their leader, Sukru.

Sukru, refusing to surrender, killed Anwesh, who had a reward of Rs 27.5 lakh on his head, and buried his body, the police said.

Speaking to ANI, ADG-Police, Anti-Naxal Ops Sanjeeb Panda said, "The Sukru group has killed Anwesh and buried his dead body. Security forces searched and recovered the dead body. Anwesh was the platoon commander, and he was number two to Sukru. Anwesh was carrying a rew...