After five days in Maoist captivity, CoBRA commando Rakeshwar Singh Manhas walked free on April 8 evening. The insurgents released him deep in the forests of South Bastar in Chhattisgarh, some 20-22 km from the ambush site where 22 soldiers, including some of Manhas’ colleagues, were martyred on April 3. It was an unconditional release. The commando’s family was overwhelmed with joy. Home minister Amit Shah spoke with Rakeshwar Manhas & his family members over phone and asked about his well-being. Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel & state home minister Tamradhwaj Sahu also expressed happiness at the commando’s release and thanked the interlocutors and officials who made it happen. Watch the video to know more.