Magadh Zone Mastermind Chandan Arrested in Mumbai by NIA After Evading Court

• NIA arrested Chandan Kumar, a key CPI (Maoist) operative, from Mumbai after a long chase.
• Chandan was declared an absconder by the NIA Special Court in Ranchi in October 2023.
• He is accused of conspiring to revive Naxalite activities in Bihar and Jharkhand's Magadh Zone, including fundraising and re-engaging cadres.
• The Magadh Zone conspiracy involved extorting funds, purchasing weapons, IED training, and money laundering for terrorist acts.
• Chandan maintained contact with imprisoned Naxalites and 'Over Ground Workers' to coordinate attacks.

Why It Matters: NIA apprehended Magadh Zone Naxalite mastermind Chandan Kumar in Mumbai, a major blow to Maoist revival plans.