Maoists appeal for talks, demand end to anti-Naxal operations

CPI (Maoist) requests talks with the government. This comes amid ongoing anti-Naxal operations. The group asks for a halt to 'Operation Kagar'. They express readiness for discussions without preconditions. A recent letter acknowledges Maoist casualties. It also mentions the death of Prayag Manjhi. The appeal extends to Jharkhand, Telangana, and Maharashtra. They want peace talks and cessation of operations.