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flag Villagers in Odisha’s Malkangiri district dismantled 20 Maoist memorials, signaling a shift to peace after the area was declared Naxal-free.

flag Villagers in Odisha’s Malkangiri district have voluntarily dismantled 20 Maoist memorial structures in areas once controlled by the Naxalite insurgency, marking a significant shift toward peace following the district’s recent declaration as Naxal-free. flag The action, credited to sustained police and administrative efforts including community policing and welfare programs, reflects growing public rejection of extremism after years of fear and disrupted development. flag The move follows the surrender of a senior Maoist leader on February 4, 2026, though officials note around 40 Maoists remain active in other parts of Odisha, prompting continued security operations.

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