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Politics
Maharashtra Govt Moves Court Over 64 Urban Maoist Groups Active in State
✍️ India Today
🗓 08 Oct 2026, 06:05 AM
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The Maharashtra government says 64 Maoist groups are active in urban areas of the state and has approached the court seeking legal action to curb their influence.
According to officials from the Maharashtra home department, intelligence reports have identified 64 Maoist‑linked groups operating in cities and towns across the state. These groups are said to be engaged in urban propaganda, fundraising and recruitment activities.
In response, the state government has filed a petition before the appropriate judicial forum, requesting directions to monitor and restrict the activities of these groups. The petition emphasizes the need for timely legal intervention to prevent any escalation.
Authorities have urged citizens to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the police. No further details about the specific cities involved or the exact nature of the groups have been disclosed at this stage.
In response, the state government has filed a petition before the appropriate judicial forum, requesting directions to monitor and restrict the activities of these groups. The petition emphasizes the need for timely legal intervention to prevent any escalation.
Authorities have urged citizens to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the police. No further details about the specific cities involved or the exact nature of the groups have been disclosed at this stage.