Congress’ Mahendra Karma's son Chabindra, leader Kawasi Lakma, BJP’s Soyam Mukka and Chaitram Atami, who supported and participated in the Salwa Judum movement, are fighting elections from Dantewada and Sukma the hotbed of Naxals in Chhattisgarh
As Chhattisgarh gears up for elections in November, the Maoists have called for a boycott, although response varies among residents, especially those residing in remote areas. Security challenges persist, with some polling stations relocated due to safety concerns, and residents facing obstacles, including river crossings and potential Maoist interference, while trying to cast their votes.
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