Land to civilian victims of Maoist violence and increased compensation for the kin of those killed while assisting in anti-Maoist operations are part of the new rehabilitation policy recently cleared by the Chhattisgarh cabinet, an official said. The ‘Chhattisgarh Maoist Surrender/Victim Relief and Rehabilitation Policy-2025’ aims at providing higher compensation, free education, healthcare facilities and job opportunities to victims of Maoist violence.

Also, surrendered Maoists will receive rehabilitation and legal support to start a new life, the official said on Saturday. The primary objective of the new policy is to support those affected by Maoist violence and reintegrate surrendered maoist into the society. The Chhattisgarh government believes a balance between strict action and rehabilitation is essential to eliminate Maoism, the official added.