Maoists ban entry of traders into Jharkhand, locals bear brunt

Villagers in Maoist-affected Latehar district of Jharkhand are facing a tough time as they are now forced to trek long distances to trade products,after the rebels forcefully banned the entry of traders into the village.The villagers,looking for customers,can be seen sitting outside their huts with their products,which include agricultural produce and handicraft items.Meanwhile,the social activists in the village say that the Maoists consider these traders as police informers and have imposed the restrictions as a result.