Narayanpur, Sept. 18 -- In a significant development in the fight against Left Wing Extremism, twelve Naxals, including five women and seven men, surrendered before police authorities in Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur district on Thursday. The surrendered cadres carried a cumulative bounty of Rs 18 lakh, officials said.

According to police, the surrendering group consisted of members affiliated with key Naxal units operating in the Indravati and East Bastar regions, two areas known for long-standing insurgent activity.

Speaking to ANI, Narayanpur Superintendent of Police (SP) Robinson Guria confirmed the surrender. "12 Naxals carrying a total bounty of Rs 18 lakhs have surrendered today. The 12 Naxals include five women and seven men. Two of...