Two Senior Maoist Leaders Mangal, Malati Surrender Before Kolkata Police, Give Up Armed Struggle

Two senior Maoist leaders, Mangal and Malati, surrendered at Kolkata Police headquarters, citing the futility of violence, as authorities consider rehabilitation measures.

Post Published By: Pradeep Tripathi

Updated : 24 October 2026, 5:55 PM IST

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Kolkata: In a significant breakthrough for the Kolkata Police, two senior Maoist leaders, Mangal and Malati, have decided to abandon their armed struggle and return to the mainstream.

The duo arrived at the Kolkata Police headquarters, Lalbazar, on Friday and formally surrendered in the presence of senior police officials. Their surrender marks a major development in efforts to curb Maoist activity.

Rewards Announced for Both Leaders

According to sources at Lalbazar, a reward of Rs 5 lakh had been announced for Mangal, while the Jharkhand Police had declared a bounty of Rs 2 lakh for Malati.

After surrendering, Mangal told reporters that taking up arms served no purpose and brought only destruction and bloodshed.

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“Taking up arms does not benefit society in any way. Nothing can be achieved through this path other than destruction and bloodshed. It is with this realisation that we have decided to abandon the path of violence, return to the mainstream of life and surrender,” he said.

Multiple Cases Against Maoist Leaders

Police sources said both leaders were facing several cases linked to alleged subversive activities and other offences.

Mangal faces multiple serious charges registered at Salboni Police Station in West Midnapore district. He is suspected of having been directly or indirectly involved in several Maoist attacks in the Jangalmahal region, including Salboni.

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Kolkata Police Commissioner Ajay Nand said the two leaders faced multiple cases registered at police stations in West Bengal and other states. Further action would be taken in accordance with the law.

A special team from the Jharkhand Police may visit Kolkata to question the duo at Lalbazar as part of the investigation.

Rehabilitation Measures Under Consideration

The Kolkata Police is considering steps to help the former Maoist leaders reintegrate into society under the state government's rehabilitation policies and packages.

According to sources at Lalbazar, a substantial quantity of firearms and ammunition was recovered from the two leaders following their surrender.