Hyderabad, Nov. 3 -- The Telangana Communist Party of India (Maoist) announced the extension of the ceasefire for an additional six months in a statement released on November 3.

Hailing the Telangana government for its response "in line with the aspirations of the people," a statement said, "Last May, we announced a ceasefire for 6 months. During these 5 months, we implemented the planned methods from our side and ensured that the peaceful atmosphere continued."

Stating that "this is what the Telangana society wants to continue," the Maoist party claimed that they will strive to maintain a peaceful atmosphere from their side.

"We also request the government to continue to act as it has in the past," the statement read.

However, it cri...