Magadh Zone Mastermind Chandan Arrested in Mumbai by NIA After Evading Court
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News18•15-01-2026, 22:53
Magadh Zone Mastermind Chandan Arrested in Mumbai by NIA After Evading Court
- •NIA arrested Chandan Kumar, a key CPI (Maoist) operative, from Mumbai after a long chase.
- •Chandan was declared an absconder by the NIA Special Court in Ranchi in October 2023.
- •He is accused of conspiring to revive Naxalite activities in Bihar and Jharkhand's Magadh Zone, including fundraising and re-engaging cadres.
- •The Magadh Zone conspiracy involved extorting funds, purchasing weapons, IED training, and money laundering for terrorist acts.
- •Chandan maintained contact with imprisoned Naxalites and 'Over Ground Workers' to coordinate attacks.
Why It Matters: NIA apprehended Magadh Zone Naxalite mastermind Chandan Kumar in Mumbai, a major blow to Maoist revival plans.
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