Naxalites
India's Fight Against Maoism: Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra Declare Maoist-Free Status Ahead of 2026 Deadline
Dec 12, 2025 11:23 pm CST
In a significant development in India's fight against left-wing extremism, Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra have officially declared themselves Maoist-free months ahead of the March 2026 deadline. This breakthrough marks the collapse of the Red Corridor as security operations intensify, leaving only a handful of senior Maoist leaders remaining. The declaration represents the most substantial progress toward permanently ending what was once India's greatest internal security challenge, with development now reaching areas previously dominated by insurgents.
3 Naxalites Killed in Bastar: Security Forces Eliminate Sniper Specialist in Major Anti-Maoist Operation
Nov 17, 2025 12:24 am CST
Security forces eliminated three Maoists including a sniper specialist in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district, marking another significant victory in the fight against Left-wing extremism. The encounter in Bhejji police station limits recovered weapons and ammunition, bringing the total Maoist casualties in Bastar to 233 this year. With Maoist presence now limited to few locations, officials believe the insurgency is approaching collapse, though four key commanders continue to resist in South Bastar's forests.
India's Path to Becoming Maoist-Free by 2026: Home Minister Amit Shah's Definitive Timeline
Nov 02, 2025 12:21 am CST
Home Minister Amit Shah has announced that India will become Maoist-free by March 31, 2026, with only 3 districts in Chhattisgarh still severely affected by Left-Wing Extremism. The government has implemented a comprehensive rehabilitation program for surrendered insurgents while pursuing security operations against remaining Maoist elements. Prime Minister Modi highlighted the significant reduction in Maoist-controlled territories from 150 districts to just 3, marking a major success in India's counter-insurgency efforts.
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.
78 Maoists Including 43 Women Surrender in Chhattisgarh: Major Blow to Naxal Movement
Oct 15, 2025 10:37 pm CST
In a significant setback to the Naxal movement, 78 Maoists including 43 women surrendered across three Chhattisgarh districts, handing over dozens of weapons including AK-47 rifles. This follows another major surrender in neighboring Maharashtra, bringing the total Naxal surrenders to approximately 2,000 since December 2023, as the government pushes toward its goal of a Naxal-free India by 2026.