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.