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CPI (Maoist) Central Military Commission Head Devuji Surrenders in Telangana, Carrying Rs 1 Crore Bounty

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22 Feb 2026
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Source: Indian Express
Key Data:Rs 1 Crore bountyMarch 31, 2026 deadlineOver 250 security personnel killedOver 1,000 weapons looted300+ Maoists escaped custody
Bodies:CPI (Maoist)Central Military CommissionUnion Home Ministry
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What This Article Covers

1.Thippiri Tirupathi alias Devuji, the head of the CPI (Maoist) Central Military Commission, surrendered in Telangana, a first for a leader of his rank.

2.His surrender follows the death of General Secretary Basavaraju and the surrender of Politburo member Sonu, indicating a major internal split and leadership crisis within the Maoist organization.

3.Devuji carries a Rs 1 crore bounty and is linked to over 250 security personnel deaths, making his surrender a significant intelligence and counter-insurgency development.

The Big Picture
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The surrender of Thippiri Tirupathi alias Devuji, the highest-ranking Maoist leader and head of the Central Military Commission, marks a pivotal moment in India's fight against Left Wing Extremism. His surrender, along with a significant faction, signals potential strategic weakening of the banned CPI (Maoist) ahead of the government's March 31, 2026, deadline for LWE eradication.

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Surrendered LeaderThippiri Tirupathi alias Devuji
Rank in CPI (Maoist)Head of Central Military Commission
Total BountyRs 1 Crore
LWE Eradication DeadlineMarch 31, 2026
Previous General SecretaryNambala Keshava Rao alias Basavaraju
CommunityMadiga Dalit community

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  • ›Surrendered Leader: Thippiri Tirupathi alias Devuji
  • ›Rank in CPI (Maoist): Head of Central Military Commission
  • ›Target this Data: Rs 1 Crore bounty on Devuji; March 31, 2026 deadline for LWE eradication.
  • ›Target this Nodal Body: Central Military Commission of CPI (Maoist); Union Home Ministry.
  • ›Target this Legal Point: CPI (Maoist) is a banned organization under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).

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Q1Static LinkageMedium

The Communist Party of India (Maoist) is banned under which Indian law?

Q2Statement-basedHard

Consider the following statements regarding the recent developments in Left Wing Extremism:

1. Thippiri Tirupathi alias Devuji, who surrendered recently, was the head of the Central Military Commission of the CPI (Maoist).

2. The Union Home Minister has set a deadline for the eradication of Left Wing Extremism in the country.

3. Devuji's surrender marks the first instance of a Politburo member of the CPI (Maoist) laying down arms.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q3Data-centricEasy

According to the article, what is the total bounty declared on Thippiri Tirupathi alias Devuji by various states?

Q4Application/ImpactMedium

What is the primary strategic significance of Devuji's surrender for India's counter-LWE efforts?

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