Major blow to extremism in Kolhan, 10 Maoists surrender in Jharkhand’s Chaibasa

26 Maoists have surrendered in the last three years

Jamshedpur: In a major breakthrough in anti-Maoist operations, ten active members of the outlawed CPI (Maoist) on Thursday surrendered before senior police and CRPF officials in Chaibasa, West Singhbhum. The surrender, carried out under the Jharkhand government’s ongoing surrender and rehabilitation policy, marks another significant success in weakening extremist activities in Kolhan and Saranda.

The ceremony was held in the presence of Anurag Gupta, the Director General of Police, Jharkhand along with other officials. The police said the development will deliver a heavy blow to Maoist networks in the region.

According to police records, joint forces comprising Jharkhand Police, CRPF, Cobra, and Jharkhand Jaguar have conducted 9,631 operations since 2022. These have led to the arrest of 175 Maoists and elimination of 10 in encounters. Large quantities of explosives, firearms, and other materials used by extremists have also been seized.

Officials noted that 26 Maoists have surrendered in the last three years under the government’s rehabilitation policy. Strengthened security camps and community-based initiatives have further curbed extremist influence in remote villages of West Singhbhum.

Police released details of the ten surrendered members, all of whom were linked to multiple criminal cases across Kolhan division: Jhandu Kobirai, booked under Case No. 63/2022 (Sections 147, 148, 149, 307, 332, 353 IPC, Explosives Act, CLA Act). Gandhi Komra (20 yrs), involved in Cases No. 30/2023, 44/2023, 01/2022, 57/2022, 13/2021 with charges under IPC Sections 147, 148, 149, 302, 307, 333, 353, 324, 326, Arms Act, Explosives Act. Jawan Komra, named in Cases No. 30/2023, 45/2023, 57/2022, 13/2021 including murder and attempted murder.

Phulo Sinku @ Asha @ Phulo (20 yrs) – Resident of Chhota Gamharia, Baghna village, under Tonto PS, West Singhbhum. Accused in Cases No. 04/2025, 05/2025, 06/2025 (Tonto & Chakradharpur), under NDPS Act, Explosives Act, Arms Act.

Khushal Soren (18 yrs) – Resident of Gandhi Soren, Lakjatsem, under Tonto PS, West Singhbhum. Involved in Cases No. 42/2023, 21/2025 with charges including 147, 148, 149, 302, 307 IPC, Arms and Explosives Acts.

Kose Komra @ Tarzan (20 yrs) – Resident of Ramrutu Komra, Bedonubai, Tola Mujhisena, Goilkera PS, West Singhbhum. Booked under Case No. 63/2022 with sections similar to Kobirai.

Karka Komra (20 yrs) – Resident of Lakhrika Komra, Tola Gamharia, Rajnagar PS, West Singhbhum. Accused in Case No. 30/2023 with murder and attempt to murder charges.

Tiri Khem @ Gulukaphi (22 yrs) – Resident of Kalu Khem, Atansijra, under Goilkera PS, West Singhbhum. Involved in Case No. 63/2022 under IPC, Arms and Explosives Acts.

Sabit Ekka @ Urmiji @ Football (18 yrs) – Resident of Binu Ekka, Bapugutu, Tola Kutumbari, Goilkera PS, West Singhbhum. Involved in Case No. 11/2025 under NDPS Act and Arms Act. Pranhi Munda – Resident of Sukhdeo Munda, Kharsawan PS, Saraikela. Accused in Case No. 12/2025 under NDPS Act and Arms Act.

Police urged remaining Maoist cadres to respond to the government’s appeal and surrender under the rehabilitation policy, which offers opportunities for reintegration into mainstream society. Officials said the decision of these ten youths to renounce violence will inspire others to follow suit.

“This surrender marks a decisive step towards restoring peace in Kolhan. We appeal to all still in the ranks of CPI (Maoist) to come forward and join the mainstream,” said officials present at the event.