Archive · 30 Jul 2026
Gadchiroli Police Arrest Six Over Fake Maoist Banners
In the Indian state of Maharashtra, police in the Gadchiroli district caught six people who put up fake banners and pamphlets that looked like they were from Maoists.
The police said the posters were meant to scare people.
The Superintendent of Police, M. Ramesh, ordered a quick investigation.
Six suspects were arrested and the police are still looking for others who might be involved.
The police warned everyone not to believe such fake messages and to stay calm.
Six people arrested for placing fake Maoist banners and pamphlets in Gadchiroli district.
The posters were found near trees on Hidur-Dobur Marg, about 8 km from Pomke Fulnar.
Gadchiroli Superintendent of Police M. Ramesh ordered an investigation under UAPA and BNS.
Suspects are residents of villages in Bhamragad taluka and were identified by name.
Police warned the public not to fall for misleading propaganda and to remain calm.
- Who
- Gadchiroli police and Superintendent of Police M. Ramesh
- What
- Arrest of six individuals for placing fake Maoist banners and pamphlets
- When
- July 30, 2026
- Where
- Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India
- Why
- To prevent the spread of fear and misinformation under the guise of Maoism
- Location
- Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India
- Date of arrest
- July 30, 2026
- Number of suspects
- 6
- Charges
- Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita
- Police officer
- M. Ramesh, Superintendent of Police