Six high-ranking members of the banned Communist Party of India-Maoist recently surrendered to the Telangana Police and subsequently met with Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy. Among them were prominent figures like Thippiri Tirupati alias Devuji and Malla Raji Reddy alias Sangram, who held key positions within the CPI-Maoist.
The surrendered Maoists, including former Central Committee members Pothula Kalpana alias Sujatha and Pulluri Prasad Rao alias Chandranna, expressed their decision to join the mainstream. Devuji, Raji Reddy, Chokka Rao, and Narasimha Reddy surrendered on Tuesday, while the other two had integrated earlier.
During the meeting, government advisors and top officials were also present, emphasizing the significance of these surrenders in promoting peace and development in the region. The Telangana Police have seen a total of 591 Maoist surrenders since 2024, with a notable decrease in underground CPI-Maoist activity in the state.
DGP Reddy highlighted the success of encouraging Maoist cadres to renounce violence and contribute positively to society. With only a few underground cadres remaining, efforts are ongoing to persuade them to reintegrate into society and support the state’s progress.
