Telangana news: The ongoing campaign against leftist extremism in Telangana has achieved great success. The banned CPI (Maoist) organization suffered a major blow when Sodi Keshalu alias Sodi Kesha, the last commander of Battalion No. 1 of the People’s Liberation Guerrilla Army (PLGA), surrendered before the police along with 42 of his comrades. During this period, the Maoists also handed over a huge quantity of arms, ammunition and about 800 grams of gold.
Who is Sodi Keshalu?
47-year-old Sodi Keshalu was considered a big name of the Maoist organization. He was the main face of the network operating on the Telangana-Chhattisgarh border and a reward of about Rs 20 lakh was also declared on him. He was seen as the second highest commander in the organization. Sodi Keshalu joined the Maoist movement in 1995 and officially became a part of the CPI (Maoist) in 2001. After this, he remained active in different areas for about three decades. In the year 2023, he became the commander of Battalion No. 1.
Telangana news: Senior cadres also laid down arms
Not only Sodi Keshalu, but many big leaders and cadres were also involved in this surrender. These include people working on positions like Divisional Committee Member, Area Committee Leader and Platoon Commander. Those who surrendered also include active Maoists like Madavi Mada, Punem Sukku, Hemla Lachi and Sodi Bhima. According to the police, all of them were considered very influential within the organization.
Telangana news: Medical and supply network also ended
Police said that a trained Maoist doctor was also among those who surrendered. It is clear from this that now not only the armed structure but also the medical and logistics network of the organization has been completely broken. A total of 36 weapons were handed over to the police during the surrender. These include AK series rifle, SLR, INSAS, grenade launcher, pistol and revolver. Along with this, 800 grams of gold was also found, which is considered to be the emergency fund of the organization.
End of Maoists near in Telangana?
Telangana news: Police officials say that after continuous surrenders, the network of Maoists in Telangana has almost ended. He claims that the hold of CPI (Maoist) in the state has now become extremely weak. Many major surrenders have taken place in Telangana this year. Badise Deva in January, Thippiri Tirupati in February and 130 Maoists laid down arms in March. It is clear from this that the Maoist organization is continuously weakening. yes Used to be.
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