Rehabilitation Push: CM Revanth Reddy Appoints 20 Former Maoist Youth as Giri Darshaks
Telangana appoints 20 former Maoist tribal youth as Giri Darshaks in Mulugu and Bhadradri Kothagudem; CM Revanth Reddy hands over letters.
Hyderabad: In a major initiative to integrate former Maoist youth into mainstream society, the Telangana government has appointed 20 former Maoist tribal youth as Giri Darshaks (tourist guides). The appointment letters were handed over in the first phase by Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, as part of a rehabilitation and livelihood program. The initiative is currently being implemented.
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20 Tribal Youth Appointed as Giri Darshaks
The Telangana government announced that:
- 20 former Maoist tribal youth have been selected in the first phase
- They have been appointed as Giri Darshaks (tourist guides)
- The aim is to integrate them into mainstream society and provide livelihoods
The appointment letters were distributed during the programme held for the groundbreaking ceremony of the Future City Police Commissionerate in Bharat Future City.
Training Provided Across Departments
To prepare the selected youth, the government provided training through multiple departments:
- Police Department
- Tribal Welfare Department
- Tourism Department
- Forest Department
- Endowments Department
This training enables them to:
- Assist tourists in tourist areas
- Ensure safety and compliance with forest rules
Deployment in Mulugu and Bhadradri Kothagudem
In the first phase:
- The 20 selected Giri Darshaks will work in:
- Mulugu district
- Bhadradri Kothagudem district
Their responsibilities include:
- Assisting tourists in major tourist destinations
- Explaining local culture and history
- Supporting tourist safety and security
- Ensuring adherence to forest regulations
Focus on Rehabilitation and Tourism Development
The initiative aims to:
- Integrate tribal youth into society
- Build confidence among former Maoist youth
- Involve them in tourism development programs
These appointments come in the backdrop of:
- Development programs in Mulugu and Bhadradri Kothagudem districts
- Areas that were previously under the influence of terrorism
Special Uniforms and Role Transformation
Officials stated that:
- The Giri Darshaks will perform duties in special uniforms
- “Those who once showed the way to Maoists will now show the way to tourists”
CM Orders Further Training and Scholarships
Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy directed that:
- Selected candidates should receive 6 months of soft skills training
- Training will be conducted at Young India Skills University
- Training will include multiple skill areas along with soft skills
- Scholarships will be provided during the training period
Current Status
- 20 candidates appointed in first phase
- Training and deployment ongoing
- Further capacity building planned
The Telangana government has appointed 20 former Maoist tribal youth as Giri Darshaks in Mulugu and Bhadradri Kothagudem, with appointment letters handed over by Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy. The initiative focuses on rehabilitation, livelihood, and tourism development, with training, deployment, and further support currently underway.
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