Naxalism
Chhattisgarh Speaker Raman Singh Recounts Harrowing Encounter with Maoist Gunfire
Nov 21, 2025 08:14 pm CST
Former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister and current Assembly Speaker Raman Singh shares his firsthand experience surviving a Maoist attack in Chhuriya town, highlighting the once-prevalent reality of insurgent violence in the state and criticizing previous governments for failing to effectively combat Naxalism despite having the opportunity to do so.
PM Modi's Diwali Letter: Operation Sindoor, Naxal-Free Districts, and India's Path to Becoming a Global Economic Power
Oct 21, 2025 01:43 pm CST
In his Diwali address to the nation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted Operation Sindoor's success against terrorism, celebrated the eradication of Maoist insurgency across multiple districts, and outlined India's progress toward becoming the world's third-largest economy. The letter emphasizes citizen responsibility in building a developed India through embracing local products, maintaining cleanliness, and promoting national unity under the vision of "Viksit Bharat."
258 Maoists Surrender in Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra: Amit Shah Sets 2026 Deadline for Eliminating Naxalism
Oct 16, 2025 11:43 pm CST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah announces the surrender of 258 Maoists in Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra, declaring two former strongholds free from Maoist influence. The government aims to completely eliminate Naxalism by March 31, 2026, with significant progress already made since the BJP government took power in Chhattisgarh.
Historic Mass Surrender: 170 Maoists Including Top Commander Lay Down Arms in Chhattisgarh's Anti-Naxal Campaign
Oct 16, 2025 09:04 pm CST
In a significant breakthrough in India's fight against left-wing extremism, 170 Maoists including intelligence chief Rupesh surrendered in Chhattisgarh, bringing the total to 258 surrenders across two states in just 48 hours. This historic development marks a turning point in the region's security situation, with authorities declaring North Bastar and Abujhmad completely free from Naxalite violence for the first time in decades.
PM Modi Asks Bihar Women to Call Him 'Brother', Emphasizes Their Role in Upcoming Election Victory
Oct 15, 2025 10:18 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged with BJP booth workers in Bihar, asking women to address him as 'brother' while emphasizing female voters' crucial role in the upcoming assembly elections. Modi predicted a "double Diwali" with NDA's victory on November 14, urged outreach about government schemes, and warned against returning to "jungle raj." Elections for Bihar's 243-member Assembly will be held in two phases on November 6 and 11.
Major Breakthrough in India's Anti-Maoist Campaign: Commander Bhupati and 60 Cadres Surrender in Gadchiroli
Oct 15, 2025 11:30 am CST
The surrender of high-profile Maoist commander Bhupati along with over 60 associates marks a decisive turning point in India's fight against left-wing extremism. This comprehensive analysis examines Bhupati's 40-year militant career, his strategic importance within the banned CPI (Maoist), the factors behind his surrender following Home Minister Amit Shah's appeal, and the broader implications for Maoist insurgency in the Red Corridor region.
Amit Shah Rejects Maoist Ceasefire Offer: "Surrender Without Conditions, Red Carpet Awaits"
Sep 28, 2025 11:24 pm CST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has firmly rejected the ceasefire offer from Maoist groups, instead inviting them to surrender unconditionally with a promise of rehabilitation. Speaking at a 'Naxal Mukt Bharat' seminar, Shah criticized Left parties for their ideological support of extremism and confidently predicted India would be free from Naxalism by March 2026. The government's security operations have already shown success in reducing violence across affected regions including Jammu and Kashmir and the Northeast.
2 Top Maoist Leaders Killed In Encounter In Chhattisgarh, Carried Rs 80 Lakh Bounty
Sep 22, 2025 11:10 pm CST
Two top Maoist leaders carrying a bounty of Rs 40 lakh each in Chhattisgarh were killed in an encounter with security personnel in the state's Narayanpur district on Monday, police officials said.