Maoist interlocutor in talks with rebels

Human rights activist and Maoist interlocutor Sujato Bhadra has said that dialogue process with the rebels is in progress. Bhadra's comments came after he met West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee over the issue. According to reports, during the meeting, Banerjee remained firm on her stance and renewed her ultimatum to shun violence and negotiate, with the rebels.