63 Naxalites, including 36 with Rs 1.19 Cr bounty, surrender in Chhattisgarh's Dantewada

• 63 Naxalites, including 36 with a collective bounty of over Rs 1.19 crore, surrendered in Dantewada, Chhattisgarh.
• Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai hailed the surrender as a historic milestone for peace and development in Bastar.
• The surrender occurred under the 'Poona Margem' initiative, influenced by the state government's rehabilitation policy.
• Seven Naxalites carried a reward of Rs 8 lakh each, including Paklu alias Pradip Oyam and Mohan alias Azad Kadti.
• The surrendered Naxalites will receive Rs 50,000 immediate assistance and rehabilitation, skill training, and livelihood support.

Why It Matters: Mass surrender of Naxalites in Dantewada marks a significant step towards peace and development in Bastar.