Bhubaneswar, Oct. 17 -- A total of 208 Naxalites, along with 153 weapons, were brought to police lines to surrender and receive rehabilitation. This marks a significant step in the restoration of peace in the Dandakaranya region of Chhattisgarh.

According to reports, the move will free most of the Abujhmad from Naxal influence. As the Naxalites laid down their weapons and opted for rehabilitation, the decade-long Red terror came to an end in North Bastar.

According to officials, the surrendered group includes 110 women and 98 men. Among the surrendered weapons are 19 AK-47 rifles, 17 SLR rifles, 23 INSAS rifles, one INSAS LMG, 36 .303 rifles, four carbines, 11 BGL launchers, 41 twelve-bore or single-shot guns, and one pistol.

Among the...