Chhattisgarh
Most Affected Left-wing extremism-Hit Districts
- 02 Apr 2025
- 2 min read
Why in News?
The Union Home Minister announced that the number of most affected Left-Wing Extremism-hit districts has dropped from 12 to six, marking significant progress toward a Maoist-free nation. He reaffirmed the government's commitment to eliminating Maoism from the country by 31st March 2026.
Key Points
- Reduction in LWE-Hit Districts:
- The number of most-affected LWE districts has reduced from 12 to just 6.
- The central government is committed to making Bharat Sashakt (strong), Surakshit (safe), and Samriddh (prosperous) through a tough stance against Naxalism and focused development.
- Intensified Anti-Maoist Operations:
- Chhattisgarh has witnessed a surge in anti-insurgency operations.
- In 2024, 219 Maoists were eliminated, compared to 22 in 2023 and 30 in 2022, marking a sharp increase in counter-insurgency efforts.
- Key Maoist strongholds, including Bastar, Dantewada, Bijapur, Kanker, Narayanpur, Kondagaon, and Sukma, remain the epicenter of insurgency.
- Thousands of security personnel have been deployed in the "Red Corridor" to dismantle Maoist hideouts and fortifications.
- Government’s Multi-Pronged Strategy:
- The central government aims to eradicate Maoism by 31 March 2026, through sustained military action and socio-economic development.
- Infrastructure projects, including roads and other developmental initiatives, are being implemented in insurgency-hit areas.
