PM MODI IN BASTAR
India revels in Diwali celebrations; crackers contribute to 'very poor' Delhi air
On Sunday, Diwali celebrations were held across India, with various leaders participating in customary rituals. Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated the festival with security personnel in Chhattisgarh, marking a new era free from Naxalism. In Delhi, strict measures were taken to ensure compliance with safety regulations regarding firecrackers during the festivities. Meanwhile, the air quality in Delhi worsened due to pollution from celebrations and stubble burning.
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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.
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PM Modi to celebrate Diwali with security personnel in Naxal-hit Bastar
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting Bastar to celebrate Diwali with security forces involved in Ant-Naxal operations. He emphasizes the significant transformation in the region, which is now experiencing development and peace. Recent accomplishments of the CRPF include a year without operational fatalities due to improved strategies and equipment. Home Minister Amit Shah is actively promoting policies to encourage former Naxals to surrender and reintegrate into society.
ET World Leaders Forum: Chhattisgarh steps up investment push as Red Corridor turns 'safe'
Chhattisgarh and its Bastar region are now completely safe from Maoism, according to the chief minister. Investors are encouraged to establish industries in the mineral-rich state with new policies. Significant investments exceeding ₹8.25 lakh crore have been committed in various core sectors. The government is improving education and providing employment opportunities for the youth. Tourism, including homestays, is also being promoted, especially in Bastar and Sarguja.
Vishnu Deo Sai set to meet PM Modi, HM Amit Shah to discuss Bastar roadmap
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah tonight. The discussions will focus on Bastar's development after a decline in Maoist influence. A comprehensive roadmap for infrastructure, industries, and employment for local youth will be presented. Bastar's development is now a national priority.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah says India is “Naxal-free”, Politburo and central structure almost dismantled
Union Home Minister Amit Shah declared in Lok Sabha that India is now "Naxal-free," with the movement's central structure dismantled and its Bastar stronghold largely cleared. He highlighted the significant reduction in Naxal violence, attributing the success to the government's firm resolve and the efforts of security forces and tribal communities.
PM Modi to inaugurate, lay foundation stones of projects worth Rs 14,260 crore on Chhattisgarh foundation day
On Saturday, Chhattisgarh's milestone 25th anniversary will be graced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's presence. He is set to launch and initiate over Rs 14,260 crore worth of development projects that will enhance critical areas such as transportation, industrial growth, healthcare accessibility, and energy efficiency, along with numerous infrastructure improvements.
What is there to talk, asks Amit Shah; advises Naxals to accept lucrative surrender-rehabilitation policy
Union Home Minister Amit Shah ruled out talks with Naxals, asserting they must surrender under the government's lucrative policy. He set March 31, 2026, as the deadline to eradicate Naxalism from Bastar, emphasizing that development has been hampered by their violence. Shah urged locals to encourage Naxals to shun violence and join the mainstream.
Chhattisgarh: 11 women among 31 Naxalites killed; rebel toll at 81 this year; 2 cops martyred
In a substantial operation against Left Wing Extremism, security forces eliminated 31 Naxalites in Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, with two personnel killed and two injured. The mission, involving over 650 personnel, targeted the Indravati National Park area, leading to the seizure of a significant cache of weapons and explosives.
Congress to conduct caste census if voted to power at Centre: Rahul Gandhi in Chhattisgarh
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has announced plans to conduct a caste census in India if his party wins power in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. He criticized the Narendra Modi-led government and accused President Droupadi Murmu of being prevented from attending the consecration of the Ram temple in Ayodhya due to her tribal background. Gandhi emphasized the need for a caste census, recruitment for 30 lakh vacant government posts, and apprenticeships for youth if voted to power.
Opposition pushing India towards instability: PM Modi
The PM emphasised that welfare of tribals has always been a top priority for BJP. He said a tribal is the president of India today and a record number of Eklavya schools for tribals have come up during his tenure. "Our priority has always been garib kalyan.... Congress always ignored the welfare of the poor," he said.
Modi compares Congress with bitter gourd, says it 'can never be sweet even if mixed with ghee or sugar'
PM Modi compared Congress to bitter gourd, alleging divide and rule tactics akin to Muslim League in INDI alliance manifesto. He emphasized stability under BJP-NDA versus Congress-INID alliance's 'satta pao, malai khao' mantra and vowed to fight corruption.
Assembly elections: Modi factor, graft issue power BJP's return to Chhattisgarh
The BJP's return to power in the state was powered by a well thought out populist election manifesto that had anti-corruption as its main poll plank. BJP won its highest-ever seat tally as it overtook its own performance in 2008 when the party had won 50 seats. The Congress' in-fighting and its diffidence to come out in support of its traditional vote bank, including the tribal community and women, did not augur well for the party. ET takes a look at what has worked for the BJP and where the Congress party lost the plot.
Chhattisgarh polls: Campaigning for first phase comprising 20 seats ends; voting on Nov 7
In the first phase, the political fate of 223 candidates, including 25 women, will be decided by 40,78,681 voters, including 19,93,937 male, 20,84,675 female and 69 third-gender persons, while 5304 polling booths have been set up for the first phase.
Congress encouraging Naxalism, Chhattisgarh will be free of the menace if BJP is voted to power: Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah accused the Congress of promoting Naxalism and claimed that incidents of Naxal violence have decreased by 52% under the Modi government. He urged people to vote for the BJP in Chhattisgarh, promising to eradicate the Naxal menace. Shah warned that if the Congress comes back to power, development funds will be diverted to Delhi.
PM Modi unveils development projects of about Rs 27,000 crore in poll-bound Chhattisgarh
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated multiple development projects worth around Rs 27,000 crore in Chhattisgarh, including the NMDC Steel Ltd's steel plant at Nagarnar. The steel plant, built at a cost of over Rs 23,800 crore, is a greenfield project that aims to produce high-quality steel.
Chhattisgarh CM Baghel rides motorbike to lead 'Bharosa Yatra' in his assembly segment ahead of polls
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel led the ruling Congress' 'Bharosa Yatra' in his constituency to highlight his government's achievements. Similar yatras were organized in the remaining assembly constituencies of the state. Baghel criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's statement on paddy procurement and accused the BJP of neglecting the state during its 15-year rule.
1 seat, 7 candidates, 80,000 security men: Bastar set to vote
The Bastar Lok Sabha (ST) constituency, where seven candidates are in the fray, consists of eight assembly seats.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi to hold rally in Bilaspur today
Bilaspur is among the 72 seats that will see polling in Phase-2 on November 20 while 18 seats in Bastar and Rajnandangaon will poll in Phase-1 on Monday.
Narendra Modi government 'crushing' the poor and weak: Rahul Gandhi
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi today accused the Narendra Modi government of "crushing" the weak and the poor who demand their rights.
Naxals hold 500 villagers hostage in Chhattisgarh as PM Narendra Modi visits Dantewada
After getting information about the incident security personnel were mobilised in the dense forests of Tongpal for search operations, police said.
PM Narendra Modi will visit a steel city for the second time in about a month
Modi will visit a steel city to drive home importance government places on boosting country’s capacity to produce the key engineering and construction material.
PM Narendra Modi’s first trip to Chhattisgarh's Maoist zone on May 9
Keeping to his vow of taming the "Maoist menace" through development, PM Narendra Modi will inaugurate two mega projects.
Sole reason for Chhattisgarh not developing is BJP: PM Manmohan Singh
Singh also hit out at BJP leaders saying, "Some leaders of BJP are using foul language against our leaders. This is just for cheap publicity.
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