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It is time for government to focus on developing regions that have become hostage to violent activities by naxalite groups

Over 10,000 Maoists surrendered in the past decade as the government intensified its multi-pronged strategy against Naxalism. Improved security operations, infrastructure development, and rehabilitation schemes weakened the insurgency, reduced violence, and encouraged cadres to join mainstream society, officials said

While the security operations have been successful in breaking the back of the extremist movement, the government must now prioritise addressing tribal grievances through focused development and outreach

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said Naxalism would be eliminated from India by March 31, 2026, while addressing the CRPF Day Parade in Guwahati. He praised the force for its role in restoring peace across conflict-hit regions

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said security operations, infrastructure development and disruption of Maoist finances have weakened Left-Wing Extremism. After a review meeting in Raipur, he asserted that Naxalism would be completely eradicated before March 31

Mass surrenders by Maoist cadres in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar region highlight a steady decline in Left Wing Extremism, driven by sustained security operations, improved governance, and credible rehabilitation policies offering insurgents an alternative path to civilian life

Eleven Maoists from the Kanha Bhoramdev division, including top leader Kabir, are set to surrender before Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav in Balaghat. The move marks a major breakthrough in the decades-long fight against Naxalism in the region

Eight students from Osmania University and the University of Hyderabad were questioned by Andhra Pradesh police after they visited a Maoist encounter site in Alluri Sitaramaraju district. Police cited security concerns amid increased Maoist activity along the Odisha border

Thirty-seven Naxalites, including 27 carrying a collective reward of Rs 65 lakh, surrendered in Chhattisgarh’s Dantewada on Sunday. Officials said the ongoing Poona Margem initiative has prompted over 2,200 Naxalites to give up arms in the last 23 months

Intelligence agencies have warned of a renewed push to revive Naxalism in urban centres, particularly universities, as operations in the jungles weaken. Officials say sympathisers are raising domestic funds, using social media, and attempting to provoke protests for propaganda

The CPI (Maoist) MMCSZC has expressed readiness to lay down arms and requested the governments of Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh to pause anti-Naxal operations until February 2026, citing internal consultations and support from top Maoist leadership

Police arrested 31 Maoists, including senior leaders from Chhattisgarh, during extensive searches in Vijayawada, Krishna district and Kakinada. Many had posed as labourers to evade detection. The operation is linked to intensified anti-Maoist action on the Andhra–Odisha border

The Ministry of Home Affairs’ latest review shows Naxal-affected districts have reduced from 46 to 38, with only 11 now classified as Left-Wing Extremism (LWE) affected. Officials attribute the decline to coordinated security operations and developmental focus in key States

Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu said the Andhra Pradesh government will not compromise on law and order, stressing that peace and security are essential for investment. He praised the police for combating crime and urged them to counter misinformation and social media abuse

Twenty-seven Naxalites, including 10 women and 16 with rewards totaling Rs 50 lakh, surrendered in Chhattisgarh’s Sukma. Disillusioned with Maoist ideology, they credited government development schemes and rehabilitation efforts for their decision to return to normal life

Mallojula Venugopal Rao, Maoist spokesperson, and 60 others surrendered in Gadchiroli, marking a major blow to Left-Wing Extremism. Maharashtra CM Fadnavis welcomed them into mainstream society, calling it a key step towards peace and development in the region

It is unfortunate that the vice-presidential race is being dragged into the politics of personal attacks

Union Home Minister Amit Shah accused Opposition Vice-Presidential nominee Justice B Sudershan Reddy of aiding Naxalism through his 2011 Salwa Judum ruling. Shah said the judgment prolonged Left extremism, hit out at Congress’s choice, defended anti-graft bills, and targeted Rahul Gandhi’s “double standards.”

A native of Ramachandrapuram in Khammam district, he played a vital role in tackling naxalism in Adilabad and communal violence

"We firmly believe that the ideology of naxalism should be addressed only through dialogue and not by the use of force. India must find a political solution to Naxalism," Kavitha said