A top Maoist leader, identified as Barse Deva and described as a close aide to Madvi Hidma, has surrendered to Telangana Police along with 19 cadres. Police officials cited internal party conflicts, health issues, and immense pressure from security forces restricting movement as reasons for the surrender. The surrendered Maoists reportedly possessed weapons looted from the police, with one specific CQB weapon noted as needing further investigation.