14 Surrendered Maoists Undergo Sterilisation Reversal Surgeries In a notable step toward rehabilitation, Gadchiroli Police conducted sterilisation reversal surgeries for 14 surrendered Maoists aged 23 to 40, aiming to aid their reintegration into mainstream society. The initiative, part of a broader effort to support former insurgents, has seen 50 beneficiaries to date, with 13 of the earlier 36 cases resulting in successful pregnancies. The procedures, carried out on March 21 at SEARCH Foundation’s Maa Danteshwari Hospital in Chatgaon, Dhanora tehsil, were supervised by medical experts and resulted in the discharge of all patients by March 24. The surgeries, which have a reported success rate of 40%, enable recipients to begin family planning within three months, though sexual activity is advised to resume only after 72 hours of recovery. Officials emphasized that the initiative addresses the social challenges faced by surrendered Maoists, who previously had limited personal choices due to enforced sterilization during their insurgency. The procedures were part of Project Sanjeevani, a collaborative effort between Gadchiroli Police and the SEARCH Foundation, led by Superintendent of Police Neelotpal. The medical team included renowned experts such as Padma Shri Dr Abhay Bang and Dr Rani Bang, along with district civil surgeon Dr Varsha Lahade and specialists from Lilavati Hospital and Gadchiroli District General Hospital. Project Sanjeevani extends beyond medical care, offering skill training, employment opportunities, housing support, and access to government welfare schemes.#gadchiroli_police #search_foundation #maa_danteshwari_hospital #project_sanjeevani #neelotpal
MSRTC Bus Enters Remote Gadchiroli Hamlet for First Time Since Independence A state-run bus service made its debut in the isolated hamlet of Tumarkothi, located in Gadchiroli district, marking a historic milestone 79 years after India’s independence. This tribal village, once a Maoist stronghold, has remained inaccessible to modern transportation and communication for decades. The arrival of the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) bus on Tuesday symbolizes a major breakthrough in connectivity for the region, which was previously cut off by guerrilla activity and lack of infrastructure. Tumarkothi, situated deep within the forests approximately 30 kilometers from Bhamragad and nearly 100 kilometers from Aheri, was once a "forbidden zone" where Maoist insurgents operated with impunity. The area witnessed frequent attacks, including grenade explosions, ambushes, and IED threats. For years, residents—predominantly tribal communities—were forced to endure arduous foot journeys to reach nearby tehsil or district headquarters for essential services. The absence of reliable roads, mobile signals, and public transport left the hamlet isolated and vulnerable. The new bus service, launched in collaboration with Gadchiroli Police, is part of a broader initiative to improve connectivity in the district. Recent years have seen significant developmental efforts, including the installation of 559 mobile phone towers, construction of 424 kilometers of roads, and 65 bridges. These projects have gradually transformed the region, enabling access to education, healthcare, and markets for previously cut-off communities. The MSRTC bus on the Tumarkothi-Kothi-Bhamragad-Aheri route was welcomed with traditional celebrations by villagers.#msrtc #gadchiroli_district #tumarkothi #gadchiroli_police #maharashtra_state_road_transport_corporation
