MAOISTS ELIMINATED
PM Modi desperate, 'jhola-picking-up time' fast approaching: Congress
The opposition party's dig came after Modi targeted political opponents, saying armed Maoists have been eliminated, but "dimagi Naxals" have infiltrated several political parties and organisations and are instigating people against the Constitution and democracy.
Maoists gone, but 'dimagi Naxals' instigating people against Constitution and democracy: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the elimination of armed Maoists while addressing the ideological threat of 'dimagi Naxals'. He emphasized the need to identify and defeat these elements infiltrating various organizations and political parties. Modi referenced past failures in addressing Naxalism while stating that strong policies and political will led to significant improvements.
PM Modi celebrates Diwali with Bastar security forces, says India has overcome Naxalism
Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Diwali with security personnel involved in anti-Naxal operations in Chhattisgarh's Bastar region. He highlighted the significance of this Diwali as the first since the defeat of Naxalism. Modi commended the personnel for their sacrifices that contributed to eliminating Maoist insurgency from the region. He noted that every district in India is now free from Naxalism, allowing citizens to overcome fear.
Congress did not praise pilot Machchhar for fear of losing minority community votes: MP CM Mohan Yadav
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has accused Congress of not honoring pilot Smit Machchhar's heroism. He claimed that the party fears losing votes from the minority community, which affects their recognition of bravery. Yadav criticized Congress leaders for their past failures during their rule regarding Maoists and dacoits in the state. He emphasized that while the BJP has eliminated Naxalism, Congress leaders remain opportunistic for electoral gains.
Gold biscuit recovery from Maoist supply dumps: Risking life but not wealth, rebels picked safe haven asset
A Maoist dump is a concealed underground cache, usually deep in the forest and sometimes placed in plastic drums or other containers before being camouflaged with soil, wood and fallen leaves. From these dumps, authorities have recovered at least 8 kg of gold in the past two years.
BJP's new social media team threatening youth with violence: Pawan Khera
Congress leader Pawan Khera on Saturday accused the BJP of using threatening rhetoric against India’s youth after BJP Karnataka shared a social media video featuring the term “Dimaagi Naxals”. Other opposition voices also criticised the post, intensifying a political dispute over labels such as “Naxal” and “anti-national” in public discourse.
'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.
"Didn't call opposition leaders Dimagi Naxals:" Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on PM Modi's Red Fort remark
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju said Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “dimagi Naxal” remark was not aimed at opposition leaders but at supporters of Maoists and separatism. Congress rejected the clarification, accusing Modi of using the term against political opponents.
27 Maoists surrender before police in Ranchi
Twenty-seven Maoists surrendered to police in Ranchi on Thursday. The ultras laid down arms before senior officers from Jharkhand Police, Jharkhand Jaguar, and CRPF. This surrender occurred under 'Operation Navjeevan'. Security forces continue their efforts to eliminate extremism in the state.
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.
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.
"No choice but to surrender, or else suffer consequences": Bastar IG Sundarraj on Maoist leader Madvi Hidma's encounter
In a strategic operation, security forces successfully took down the notorious Maoist leader Madvi Hidma during a fierce encounter. Known for orchestrating a string of violent attacks, his removal marks a pivotal victory for law enforcement agencies in India.
After 21 Maoists surrender, Amit Shah reaffirms 2026 deadline to end Left-wing extremism
Twenty-one Maoists, including senior cadres, surrendered in Kanker, Chhattisgarh, laying down arms. Union Home Minister Amit Shah reaffirmed the government's commitment to eradicating Left-wing extremism by March 31, 2026. He urged remaining Maoist operatives to abandon violence and return to the mainstream. This surrender marks a significant step in dismantling Maoist influence.
2 Maoists killed in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur encounter
In Chhattisgarh's Bijapur, a recent encounter resulted in the death of two alleged Maoists. The gun battle occurred during an anti-Maoist operation in a forest area. Security personnel recovered weapons and explosives from the site. Earlier, ten Maoists were killed in Gariaband district. So far this year, 243 Maoists have been killed in Chhattisgarh.
Big success in fight against Naxalism: Top ultra Sudhakar gunned down in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur
Senior Maoist leader Narasimha Chalam alias Sudhakar, carrying a Rs 40 lakh bounty, was killed in an encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district. This operation follows the recent neutralization of CPI (Maoist) chief Basavaraju, marking another significant blow to the banned outfit.
Top Maoist leader among 27 killed in Chhattisgarh encounter
In a significant victory against Naxalism, security forces in Chhattisgarh neutralized 27 Maoists, including Nambala Keshavrao alias Basavaraju, the general secretary of CPI-Maoist. The 50-hour encounter occurred along the Narayanpur-Bijapur border. Keshavrao, wanted by the NIA and police with a ₹1.5 crore bounty, marks the first general secretary-ranked leader eliminated in three decades, disrupting Maoist leadership.
Modi govt will eliminate Naxals in very short period of time: Home Minister Shah
Amit Shah aims for swift Naxal eradication. Recent operations saw success in eliminating Maoists. BJP government in Chhattisgarh making significant progress against Naxals with multiple arrests, surrenders, and establishment of security camps.
435 people, 139 Maoists killed in Odisha in 14 years, says Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik
While giving details on killings by the Left Wing ultras, the CM said 210 security personnel were killed and 218 others were injured in Maoist violence.
New Land Acquisition Act to eliminate Maoist menace: Jairam Ramesh
Jairam Ramesh today asserted that the new Land Acquisition Act was strong enough to eliminate Maoist menace from the country.
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