Anti-Naxal security camps turn 'seva deras' in Bastar
Anti-Naxal security camps in Bastar are being transformed into 'seva deras' to provide community services. These camps aim to foster trust between security forces and local residents while addressing their needs. The initiative reflects a shift in approach towards counter-insurgency efforts in the region.
- ▪The security camps are being repurposed to serve the local community.
- ▪This initiative aims to build trust between the security forces and residents.
- ▪The transformation reflects a new strategy in counter-insurgency efforts.
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Bharti Jain is senior editor with The Times of India, New Delhi. She has been writing on security matters since 1996. Having covered the Union home ministry, security agencies, Election Commission and the ‘prime’ political beat, the Congress, for The Economic Times all these years, she moved to TOI in August 2012. Her repertoire of news stories delves into the whole gamut of issues related to terrorism and internal strife, besides probing strategic affairs in India’s neighbourhood.Read More
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