Chidambaram also urged human rights activists to condemn atrocities perpetrated by the Maoist rebels.

Asked about reports about a Maoist-politician nexus, he said: 'I have not come across such reports. If any politician has any link, then he or she will pay the price for it. Action will be taken against such politicians.'

Chidamabaram was in this Jharkhand capital to review the security scenario, operations against Maoist rebels and development in the state. He arrived here after visiting the neighbouring Chhattisgarh -- another state heavily hit by Maoist violance.

He held meetings with Governor K. Sankaranarayanan, three advisors of the governor and senior government officials.