In Chhattisgarh, 13 Maoists have surrendered in Bijapur district. These Maoists surrendered before the senior officers of the police and CRPF.

A total reward of Rs 13 lakh was declared for these Maoists. Of these, a reward of Rs 5 lakh each was declared for two Maoists and Rs 1 lakh each for three other Maoists. These Maoists are accused of being involved in various incidents.

The Superintendent of Police said that the surrendered Maoists have been provided with an amount of Rs 25,000 each under the rehabilitation policy of the Chhattisgarh government.