In a significant development at the beginning of the Tactical Counter-Offensive Campaign (TCOC), four hardcore Maoists, collectively carrying a bounty of Rs. 28 lakhs, have surrendered before the Gadchiroli Police and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF). The surrendered Maoists include one senior cadre Divisional Committee Member (DVCM), one Area Committee Member (ACM), and two Platoon Members. Notably, two husband-and-wife couples have chosen to lay down arms and embrace a dignified life within mainstream society.

Disillusioned by the empty promises of Maoism and disheartened by the relentless cycle of violence inflicted upon civilians, an increasing number of members of the banned Communist Party of India (Maoist) have been drawn towards the Surrender and Rehabilitation Policy implemented by the Government of Maharashtra since 2005. As a testament to the effectiveness of this policy, a total of 695 active Maoists have surrendered before the Gadchiroli Police to date.