Guns to games: Surrendered Naxals back on the field, this time for Bastar Olympics
Former Maoists are finding new purpose in Chhattisgarh's Bastar Olympics, trading guns for sports. Surrendered cadres like Kamla and Podiyam Bhima are now training for events like tug-of-war and archery, drawn by the opportunity to rebuild their lives. This initiative, supported by national leaders, marks a significant shift in the region.
Former Maoists are finding new purpose in Chhattisgarh's Bastar Olympics, trading guns for sports. Surrendered cadres like Kamla and Podiyam Bhima are now training for events like tug-of-war and archery, drawn by the opportunity to rebuild their lives. This initiative, supported by national leaders, marks a significant shift in the region.
