Naxalite Groups in Chhattisgarh panic after the killing of Maoist Leader Hidma

• Appeal to the Chief Ministers of three States to halt Anti-Naxal Operations

• Demand for a ceasefire till 15 February

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) – The killing of the notorious Naxalite Madvi Hidma has broken the backbone of the Maoist movement in Chhattisgarh. Security forces are continuing their operations relentlessly, creating deep panic within Naxalite ranks. In the wake of this, Naxal groups have written letters to the Chief Ministers of Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh, urging them to stop anti-Naxal actions until 15 February 2026.

They have demanded that there should be no gunfire exchange during the ceasefire period. “If security forces continue their operations in this period, Naxalites will be compelled to retaliate,” they warned. (Does this imply that the Naxalites still retain the mindset to confront security forces? – Editor)

1. Naxalites appeal for a halt in military operations-

In their press release, the Naxalites stated: “Some of our key leaders have recently been killed. The organisation is currently undergoing internal restructuring. Therefore, all military operations and search campaigns should be suspended until 15 February 2026.”

They added that they are willing to initiate talks only if the government agrees to the ceasefire.

2.  Notorious Naxal figures support ceasefire-

Notorious Naxals Sonudada, Satishdada and Chandanna have supported the ceasefire proposal. They said, “Naxalites are ready to give up arms and join the mainstream; however, we require some time for this transition. During this period, we must be allowed to contact public representatives, and some select journalists. Meeting them will help us formally announce the date for surrendering arms

3. State government confident of eliminating Naxalism

The government has set a target of completely eliminating Naxalism by 31 March 2026. Responding to the Naxalites’ request, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai said that only a few months from now, “By 31 March 2026, Naxalism will be eradicated com