Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi said on Friday that Odisha has achieved a breakthrough in the national mission to eliminate Left Wing Extremism. He said the State remains committed to development while ensuring the safety and security of every citizen.
Majhi said sustained intelligence-driven operations and coordinated action by security forces led to the surrender of 19 Maoist cadres. The cadres belonged to the BGN division of Rayagada district and the KKBN division of Kandhamal district.
He said two State Committee members were among those who surrendered. They were identified as Nikhil alias Niranjan Raut and Ankita alias Rasmita Lenka. Both carried a combined reward of Rs55 lakh.
The CM said security forces recovered 14 sophisticated weapons during the operation. These included AK-47 rifles and Self-Loading Rifles, highlighting the scale of the success.
Majhi said the achievement reflected Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a secure and empowered India. He also credited Union Home Minister Amit Shah for firm leadership and the Centre’s zero-tolerance policy against terrorism and extremism.
He said the government aims to make the State completely Maoist-free by March 31. At the same time, he stressed that the government follows a humane and inclusive approach.
Majhi said surrendered cadres would receive support under the Rehabilitation and Resettlement Policy. The policy ensures legal protection and a dignified return to mainstream life.
He said violence has no future and urged remaining Maoist cadres to surrender arms.
In a post on X, the CM said: “I once again call upon all remaining cadres to surrender arms, reject violence and join the path of development as partners in the progress of our state.”
