Chhattisgarh, a Maoist stronghold, has seen the maximum surrenders this year, with 75 rebels giving in. "Bastar region of Chhattisgarh, which is considered a Maoist territory, has seen the maximum number of surrenders," an official said.
This is the first time the number of surrenders in Chhattisgarh is the highest, crossing Andhra Pradesh, which witnesses the most surrenders due to its credible rehabilitation policy.
Strategies called 'psychological warfare' being used by the state police in Bastar yielded results, ensuring that the rebels lay down arms. Families of rebels are being approached and convinced of the benefits of surrendering.