Bharadri Kothagudem, May 10 -- Telangana police said that 38 members belonging to the banned CPI (Maoist) Party surrendered before the Superintendent of Police, Bhadradri Kothagudem, on Saturday.

"38 Maoists of various cadres, i.e. Party Members- (02), Militia members - (16), VCMs (7), KAMS Members-06, CNM- 3 and GRDs-4 have decided to leave the path of Naxalism and lead a peaceful life with their family members have surrendered before the District Police today, after knowing about the welfare measures being taken up for the welfare of surrendered Maoists, and development and welfare activities for tribal (Adivasi) people which are being provided under "Operation Cheyutha" Programme by Bhadradri Kothagudem District Police, 81 BN & 141 BN...