Telangana SIB Records Major Success in Anti-Maoist Operations

In Telangana, the Special Intelligence Branch (SIB) has achieved significant results by playing a crucial role in operations against Maoists. Since its formation, the SIB has conducted numerous operations and worked extensively on source building and intelligence gathering. So far, a total of 14,078 Maoist cadres have been arrested, while 5,865 have surrendered. Officials also stated that 1,289 Maoists were killed in 1,057 encounter incidents.

The Telangana SIB has been particularly instrumental in gathering information on Central Committee–level Maoists. Details of 23 Central Committee members were identified, among whom 7 were arrested, 7 surrendered, and 9 were killed in encounters. Overall, officials said the SIB played a key role in actions taken against 21,232 Maoists.