Basavaraju gone, Ganapathy back? Buzz in Bastar as Maoists hunt for new chief; Andhra Pradesh, Telangana commanders in line
Wednesday, 28 May 2025 () Following the death of CPI(Maoist) general secretary Basavaraju, speculation is rife about his successor. While Ganapathy, Basavaraju's mentor, is reportedly back, his health may prevent him from leading. Security forces believe no current leader can truly replace Basavaraju, suggesting the organization is disintegrating.
On May 21, 2025, a Maoist insurgency operation carried out by Indian security forces marked a decisive moment in the country's internal security history. The neutralisation of Nambala Keshava Rao,..