The death of top Maoist leader Hidma has sent shockwaves through the small village of Puverti in Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. The village, which has only 50 houses, has been plunged into mourning, with more than half of the houses shut down and villagers fleeing in fear.
Hidma's mother, Manju, and other family members are wailing uncontrollably as they mourn the loss of their loved one. The elderly mother, who is unable to walk, is overcome with grief as she gazes at her son's lifeless body.
Puverti village is considered a significant location in Maoist history, with Hidma having recruited nearly 90 young men from the village into the Maoist fold. Security agencies have noted that Hidma had a significant influence on the youth of the village.
Hidma's rise to prominence within the Maoist ranks was swift, and he soon became one of the most wanted Maoist leaders in the country. With a total reward of Rs 1.80 crore announced by several states, including Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana, Hidma was considered a high-value target by security forces.
The village of Puverti has been under Maoist control for decades, with security forces only recently establishing a base camp in the area about a year ago. The extent of Maoist influence in the area was evident during the recent Lok Sabha elections, when not a single vote was cast from Puverti village, and only 31 votes were polled from the entire polling booth, which had a total of 547 registered voters.
The lack of voter turnout in Puverti village is a testament to the strong grip that Maoists have on the area. Despite efforts by security forces to establish a presence in the region, the Maoists continue to exert significant influence over the local population.
Hidma's death is likely to have a significant impact on the Maoist movement in the region. As a top leader, he was instrumental in coordinating Maoist activities across several states. His death will be a significant blow to the Maoist organization, and it remains to be seen how they respond to this loss.
The small village of Puverti in Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, is shrouded in grief as the body of top Maoist leader Hidma has been brought back to his native village. The village, which has only 50 houses, has been plunged into mourning, with more than half of the houses shut down and villagers fleeing in fear.
Hidma's mother, Manju, and other family members are wailing uncontrollably as they mourn the loss of their loved one. The elderly mother, who is unable to walk, is overcome with grief as she gazes at her son's lifeless body.
Puverti village is considered a significant location in Maoist history, with Hidma having recruited nearly 90 young men from the village into the Maoist fold. Security agencies have noted that Hidma had a significant influence on the youth of the village.
Hidma's death has brought a mix of emotions to the village, with some villagers mourning his loss while others are fearful of the repercussions. The village has been under Maoist control for decades, with security forces only recently establishing a base camp in the area about a year ago.
The extent of Maoist influence in the area was evident during the recent Lok Sabha elections, when not a single vote was cast from Puverti village, and only 31 votes were polled from the entire polling booth, which had a total of 547 registered voters.
Hidma was a highly wanted Maoist leader, with a total reward of Rs 1.80 crore announced by several states, including Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana.
In the days and weeks ahead, the security forces are likely to face significant challenges in maintaining law and order in the region. The Maoists are likely to react to Hidma's death with violence, and security forces will need to be vigilant in order to prevent any escalation.
