Gadchiroli, Nov. 29 -- In one of the most significant setbacks to the Naxal movement in recent months, Special Zonal Committee member Anant alias Vikas Nagpure and 11 hardcore Naxalites surrendered before the Gondia Police, marking a significant breakthrough for security forces operating in the Maharashtra-Chhattisgarh border region.

According to officials, the surrendered cadre collectively carried a reward of Rs 89 lakh. Police said the group had been active across multiple districts and was involved in several major acts of violence, recruitment drives, and extortion networks. A substantial cache of weapons and materials used in Naxal operations was also seized during the surrender.

Those who laid down arms include DVCM Commander Nag...