Naxalites dreaming of ‘Red Corridor’ will be defeated by March 31: Amit Shah at CISF Raising Day

March 6, 2026 4:22 PM

Naxalites dreaming of ‘Red Corridor’ will be defeated by March 31: Amit Shah at CISF Raising Day

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said that Left-wing extremists who once envisioned a “Red Corridor” stretching from Tirupati to Pashupatinath Temple would be completely defeated by security forces by March 31, 2026, asserting that the country is close to becoming free from Naxalism. Addressing the 57th Raising Day ceremony of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) in Odisha's Mundali, HM Shah said the force has played a significant role in anti-Naxal operations in states such ...

‘2014-2026 a ‘golden era’ for internal security; Naxalism to end by March 31′: Amit Shah at Delhi Police Raising Day

February 16, 2026 4:06 PM

‘2014-2026 a ‘golden era’ for internal security; Naxalism to end by March 31′: Amit Shah at Delhi Police Raising Day

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday said the period from 2014 to 2026 under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi would be recorded as a “golden era” in India’s internal security history, asserting that Naxalism is on the verge of eradication and major legal reforms will significantly boost conviction rates. Addressing the 79th Raising Day ceremony of Delhi Police as the chief guest in the national capital, Shah lauded the force for its commitment to “peace, service and jus...

‘Lay down arms, join mainstream of development’: Amit Shah renews appeal to Maoists in Bastar

February 9, 2026 5:27 PM

‘Lay down arms, join mainstream of development’: Amit Shah renews appeal to Maoists in Bastar

Declaring that the fight against Naxalism is not directed at individuals but focused on ensuring the safety and future of tribal villages, Union Home Minister Amit Shah reiterated his call for Maoists to lay down their arms and join the mainstream of development. He was addressing a gathering of tribals in Jagdalpur, Chhattisgarh, on Monday during the concluding ceremony of the Bastar Pandum festival. He urged those still carrying weapons to surrender, assuring them of dignified rehabilitation...

258 Naxalites surrendered in Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra in two days: Amit Shah

October 16, 2025 9:31 PM

258 Naxalites surrendered in Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra in two days: Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday said that 258 Naxalites have surrendered in Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra over the last two days. Calling it a “landmark day in India’s battle against Naxalism”, the Home Minister said that the development reflects the weakening grip of Naxal groups and growing trust in the Constitution of India. According to the Home Ministry, 170 Naxalites surrendered in Chhattisgarh on Thursday, while 27 and 61 laid down arms in Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra, res...

Naxal footprint shrinks sharply as number of most affected districts falls to just three

October 15, 2025 6:18 PM

Naxal footprint shrinks sharply as number of most affected districts falls to just three

In a major milestone towards building a Naxal-free India, the number of districts most affected by Left Wing Extremism (LWE) has been brought down to just three, marking a significant decline from six districts earlier. The most affected districts now remain Bijapur, Sukma and Narayanpur in Chhattisgarh. The total number of LWE-affected districts has also been reduced from 18 to 11, reflecting the Modi government’s intensified efforts to dismantle the Naxal network across the country. The Cen...

‘What is left to talk about’: Amit Shah asks Maoists to surrender or face elimination

October 4, 2025 4:55 PM

‘What is left to talk about’: Amit Shah asks Maoists to surrender or face elimination

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday firmly ruled out any possibility of dialogue with Maoist groups, stating that neither the Centre nor the Chhattisgarh government is willing to engage in talks. Speaking during his visit to Bastar, he said, "When the best rehabilitation policy is in place and nearly Rs 5 lakh crore has been invested in Chhattisgarh's development over the past decade, what is left to talk about?" His remarks come in response to recent overtures from Maoist factions, who ...

Amit Shah felicitates jawans for successful ‘Operation Black Forest’, vows Naxal-free India by March 2026

September 3, 2025 1:02 PM

Amit Shah felicitates jawans for successful ‘Operation Black Forest’, vows Naxal-free India by March 2026

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday felicitated personnel of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Chhattisgarh Police, District Reserve Guard (DRG), and Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA) forces in New Delhi for the successful execution of ‘Operation Black Forest’ on Karreguttalu hill. Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai and Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma were also present at the event. Hailing the operation as the biggest anti-Naxal action ever conducted i...

Amit Shah chairs key anti-Naxal meetings in Chhattisgarh, lays foundation stone for forensic institutes

June 23, 2025 10:19 AM

Amit Shah chairs key anti-Naxal meetings in Chhattisgarh, lays foundation stone for forensic institutes

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday chaired two high-level meetings in Raipur to review and strengthen anti-Naxal strategies in Chhattisgarh, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Jharkhand, and Odisha. The meetings included an Inter-State Security Coordination session with top police officials from the seven Naxal-hit states and a review of the Left Wing Extremism (LWE) situation in Chhattisgarh. Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, Deputy Chief Minister and Home M...

India taking decisive action against left-wing extremism

May 22, 2025 5:02 PM

India taking decisive action against left-wing extremism

In a historic counter-insurgency campaign, Indian security forces have achieved one of their most significant victories against Left Wing Extremism (LWE) along the Chhattisgarh-Telangana border. From April 21 to May 11, 2025, a large-scale operation was conducted in the Karreguttalu Hill (KGH) region-a longstanding Maoist stronghold. Coordinated efforts involving the CRPF, Special Task Force (STF), District Reserve Guard (DRG), and state police led to the neutralization of 31 Maoists, including ...

Amit Shah lauds Chhattisgarh govt for action against Maoists

December 16, 2024 4:57 PM

Amit Shah lauds Chhattisgarh govt for action against Maoists

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday commended the Chhattisgarh government for its determined efforts in combating Maoism in the state. Addressing a gathering in Jagdalpur, Shah praised the collaborative approach adopted by the state government and central agencies to tackle the issue effectively. During his visit, Shah met with surrendered Maoists and their families, offering support and reassurance. He reiterated the government's commitment to assisting those affected by the violence and ...