Severing rebel ties, surrendered Maoists tie nuptial knot

Malkangiri: Starting a new life and embracing the mainstream, surrendered Maoists Raghu Madakami and Radha tied the nuptial knot here on Sunday.

The Malkangiri police helped the couple get married after they expressed their will to get married and be a part of the mainstream society. The two Maoists got married in the presence of district SP Jagmohan Meena and family members from both sides.

Adding to their joy, the district police had also made food and drink arrangements for the families and relatives on the occasion.

"Raghu had surrendered before police in March 2017 while Radha surrendered in July 2016. Inspired by various developmental works by the government, the Maoists duo decided to lead a happy life by returning to the democratic fold. We have given them all the assistance as per the rehabilitation policy and will continue to help them in future," SP Meena.

The district police will extend such support and help Maoists willing to come to the mainstream, he added.