Chhattisgarh deploys anti-Naxal women commando unit

May 13, 2019

Dantewada (Chhattisgarh), May 13 (ANI): A 30-member all women anti-Naxal commando unit called 'Danteshwari Ladake' has been deployed in Naxal-affected areas of Bastar and Dantewada. The unit includes 10 surrendered women Naxals. These women practice strict physical training and weapon training. Speaking to media, Bastar Inspector General, Vivekananda Sinha said, “Women police commandos are at par with their men counterparts. I am confident they will they do a good job. It is a unique example of women empowerment.”