Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy issued a Maoist surrender appeal, urging senior leaders of the banned organisation, including Ganapati, to lay down arms and join the mainstream. He made the appeal after a large group of Maoists surrendered before the Telangana government.
A total of 130 Maoists surrendered along with 124 sophisticated weapons at the Integrated Command and Control Centre. Addressing a press conference, the Chief Minister welcomed the development and congratulated those who responded to the government’s call.
Maoist surrender appeal follows mass surrender in Hyderabad
Revanth Reddy said the government is ready to support surrendered extremists and help them return to normal life. He added that the government would consider withdrawing cases against them within the framework of the law. If required, the government may also form a committee to review pending cases against those who surrendered under the Maoist surrender appeal.
The Chief Minister said the state government understands the concerns raised by former Maoists. Therefore, the government will soon decide on a financial rehabilitation package for them. Additionally, the state will ensure proper medical care for the surrendered individuals. He also noted that the Union government allows states to provide healthcare, financial assistance and housing to surrendered extremists.
Revanth Reddy said proposals submitted by surrendered leaders such as Devji and Damodar have been brought to the attention of Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
The Chief Minister expressed hope that those who surrendered would continue to raise public issues through democratic means. He stressed that social and political problems must be resolved through dialogue rather than violence.
According to him, India’s democratic system allows peaceful solutions through discussion and negotiation. He also cited the example of Mahatma Gandhi, who led India’s independence movement through non-violent struggle.
Revanth Reddy said violence cannot solve every problem and urged people to follow democratic methods.
The Chief Minister also appreciated police officials for persuading the extremists to surrender. He said the police played a key role in convincing Maoists to lay down arms by assuring them of rehabilitation and support.
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