Operation Kagar, currently underway in parts of south Bastar and adjoining regions, has drawn criticism from sections sympathetic to Left Wing Extremism (LWE). The operation has been portrayed as indiscriminate and harmful to civilians. Recent disclosures by a surrendered senior CPI (Maoist) commander, however, challenge this view and suggest that its focus is on armed insurgent leadership and formations rather than civilian populations.

Badse Sukka alias Deva, who recently surrendered before the Telangana police, was a senior operational figure within the CPI (Maoist). According to police briefings, he joined the organisation in 2003 under the influence of senior leader Madvi Hidma and rose through the ranks by specialising in military planning, procurement of explosives, and the manufacture of firearms and improvised explosive devices.........

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