MAOISM ELIMINATION
'Congress turning into Maoist party': Union Minister Kiren Rijiju maintains "dimagi Naxal" remark not for Oppn parties
Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Tuesday alleged that the Congress was turning into a "Maoist party" amid a row over Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "dimagi Naxal" remark.
‘Hathiyari naxals’ gone, now beware of ‘dimagi naxals’: PM Modi on Independence Day
PM Modi said India has succeeded in eliminating armed Naxalism after decades of violence, while warning that people with what he called a “Naxal mindset” still need to be identified and isolated.
70 security camps in Bastar to serve as service centres: Amit Shah
Security camps in Bastar, Chhattisgarh will transform into service centres. These centres will offer banking, Aadhaar, and ration card services. Funds from government schemes will be disbursed here. The initiative aims to bring urban facilities to tribal communities. This development promises a brighter future for the region's children.
Naxalite killed in encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh
A Naxalite was killed in an encounter with security forces in Sukma, Chhattisgarh. This incident occurred just two days before the Centre's March 31 deadline to eliminate Maoism. The gunfight took place in the forest under Polampalli police station area. Security forces were conducting an anti-Naxal operation. A search operation is ongoing in the area.
Double-engine govt delivering gains in anti-Maoist fight: Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced a decisive plan to eradicate Maoism by March 2026. He highlighted successful security strategies and development initiatives in Chhattisgarh. The government is committed to freeing the nation from this menace. Coordination among states and central agencies is crucial to prevent Maoist movement. Ensuring equal development opportunities for all affected areas remains a priority.
29 Maoists surrender in Chhattisgarh's Sukma
Chattisgarh news: Twenty-nine Maoists surrendered in Sukma, Chhattisgarh. This included Podiam Budhra, a leader with a ₹2 lakh reward. The surrender occurred under the 'Poona Margem' initiative. A new security camp in Gogunda played a key role. Anti-Maoist operations intensified, disrupting rebel activities. This follows other recent surrenders in the region. The Centre aims to eliminate Maoism by March 31.
BJP president JP Nadda targets Congress over 2013 Jhiram Ghati Naxal attack, says insiders were involved
BJP chief JP Nadda has accused Congress insiders of aiding the 2013 Jhiram Ghati Naxal attack. He stated that previous Congress governments colluded with Naxalites. The current BJP government under PM Narendra Modi has confronted Left-wing extremism decisively. Nadda highlighted surrenders and arrests of Naxalites. He criticized the previous Congress government for corruption and appeasement.
Chhattisgarh's Bijapur encounter: Naxalite with ₹5 lakh bounty killed
A Naxalite carrying a Rs 5 lakh reward was killed in an encounter with security forces in Bijapur, Chhattisgarh. The exchange of fire occurred during an anti-Naxal operation. The killed cadre was identified as Fagnu Madvi. Security forces also seized weapons and explosive materials. This incident brings the total Naxalites killed in Chhattisgarh this year to 285.
We aim to make Andhra Maoism-free by March 2026: DGP Harish Kumar Gupta
Andhra Pradesh Police aim to eradicate Maoism by March 2026, with most preparatory steps completed. DGP Harish Kumar Gupta urged Maoist cadres to surrender, warning of neutralization for those who don't. Recent operations have seen significant arrests and the elimination of several Maoists, with inter-state forces collaborating to achieve this ambitious goal.
Top Maoist leader Madavi Hidma killed in trijunction encounter
Born in Sukma in 1981, Hidma was commander of a battalion of the People's Liberation Guerrilla Army (PLGA) and a member of the Maoist Central Committee.
Who was Madvi Hidma? India's top Maoist commander who remained untraceable for years was behind 26 lethal attacks
Madvi Hidma, India's dreaded Naxal, who was responsible for leading at least 26 armed attacks was killed in an encounter today. Hidma remained a mystery over the years but with the intensification of anti-Naxal operations in Chhattisgarh and Bastar region, Hidma was forced to flee in the deep forest. His extensive security rings in the forests made him untraceable for years.
Modi’s Unity Day address connects Kashmir’s pain, Pakistan’s terror agenda to Congress’s past blunders
Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked Rashtriya Ekta Diwas by honouring Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. He criticised previous Congress governments for alleged blunders in Kashmir, stating that these actions weakened India’s sovereignty and led to decades of conflict. Modi highlighted Patel’s vision of national unity and integration.
Maoist-affected districts down to 11 from 18: MHA
The number of districts impacted by Maoist activities has drastically fallen to eleven, with just three in Chhattisgarh now classified as heavily affected. With an ambitious goal to fully eliminate the Naxal threat by March 2026, the government is poised for action.
Over 26 Naxalites killed in encounter with security forces along Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur-Bijapur border
In a significant operation, over 26 Naxalites were killed in an encounter with security forces along the Narayanpur-Bijapur border in Chhattisgarh. Prior to this, 'Operation Black Forest' near the Chhattisgarh-Telangana border resulted in the neutralization of 31 Naxals and the destruction of 214 hideouts.
Proud of our forces: PM Modi on killing of 27 dreaded Maoists in Chhattisgarh
Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the security forces for eliminating 27 Maoists in Chhattisgarh, reaffirming the government's commitment to eradicating Maoism. Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced that CPI-Maoist general secretary Nambala Keshav Rao, a top Naxal leader, was among those killed.
Chhattisgarh Budget's focus is infra growth in Bastar areas
Chhattisgarh's ₹1.65-lakh crore budget focuses on infrastructure in Maoist-affected Bastar, reducing VAT on petrol, and creating a pension fund for government employees. The formation of a special operation group to combat Maoism, 3,200 new police posts, and increased capital expenditure for essential infrastructure highlight the government's development plans.
BJP names Congress leader Ajit Jogi as ‘conspirator’ in Maoist attack
Charging that Jogi always said Maoism was a "social movement" to scuttle all internal security operations, BJP MP Rakesh Singh said.
BJP says Congress lacks a clear-cut strategy on Left-wing extremism
BJP has asked the Centre to stop sending confusing signals over the fight against Maoists, adopting an aggressive stance.
Maoism did not die with Kishanji in West Midnapore
Maoism is an ideology, and unless the basic context of exploitation, deprivation in which it thrives is not addressed, it will exist.
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