Dantewada (Chhattisgarh), Sept. 29 -- : A Naxal, carrying a reward of Rs 8 lakh, surrendered under 'Lone Varatu (return to home)' programme in Chhattisgarh's Dantewada on Monday, said Superintendent of Police (SP) Abhishek Pallava.
Kosa Markam, who was a member of the platoon No. 2 of the Maoist military company No. 05 in north Bastar division, reportedly worked with many big leaders and had been involved in several ambushes, killing over 11 soldiers.
Police said it is a big achievement for them.
"He was involved in several ambushes that resulted in the demise of around 11 to 12 soldiers. He returned home after five years, but when his family told him about the Lone Varatu Abhiyaan, and because of some personal issues, he surrendered," ...