In a landmark announcement that signals a major victory in India's long-standing battle against left-wing extremism, Prime Minister Narendra Modi revealed that only three districts across the country now show traces of Maoist terror activity.
The Prime Minister made this significant declaration during a public rally in Chhattisgarh's Bastar region, highlighting the remarkable progress made in combating Naxalism over the past decade.
Decade of Transformation
"From 126 districts affected by left-wing extremism, we have successfully confined this challenge to just three districts today," PM Modi stated, emphasizing the dramatic turnaround in national security.
The Prime Minister credited this success to the government's multi-pronged approach that combined robust security operations with comprehensive development initiatives in affected regions.
Security and Development: Twin Pillars of Success
The government's strategy focused on:
- Enhanced security presence in sensitive areas
- Infrastructure development including roads and telecommunications
- Economic empowerment programs for local communities
- Surrender and rehabilitation policies for former insurgents
Chhattisgarh: The Final Frontier
While the Prime Minister didn't specify the exact districts, security analysts indicate that the remaining affected areas are likely concentrated in the Bastar region of Chhattisgarh, which has historically been the epicenter of Maoist activity.
"The success we see today is the result of our security forces' sacrifices and our government's commitment to development in tribal areas," PM Modi remarked, paying tribute to the security personnel who lost their lives in anti-Naxal operations.
Future Roadmap
The government remains committed to completely eliminating the Maoist threat while ensuring that development reaches the most remote corners of these previously affected regions. The focus now shifts to consolidating these gains and preventing any resurgence of extremist activities.
