Maoism eradicated from country before March 31 deadline due to valour of forces: Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced the complete eradication of Maoism in India ahead of the March 31 deadline. He credited the success to the bravery and sacrifices of security forces, while also highlighting the role of the BJP government in Chhattisgarh. Shah emphasized that development was hindered by Maoism, not the other way around, and expressed optimism for future development in previously affected areas.
- ▪Amit Shah declared that Maoism has been eradicated from India before the March 31 deadline.
- ▪He attributed this success to the courage and sacrifices of security forces.
- ▪Shah noted that the BJP government in Chhattisgarh played a crucial role in eliminating Naxalism.
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday (May 19, 2026) said Maoism has been completely eradicated from the country ahead of the March 31 deadline due to the valour, courage and supreme sacrifice of the security forces.Addressing a press conference here, Shah said certain dates hold historical significance in the "Naxal-Free India Campaign" — December 13, 2023, when the BJP government in Chhattisgarh took oath, the resolute campaign for the complete eradication of Maoism began, he said.August 24, 2024 when a meeting of the directors general of police (DG) from all states was convened to resolve to make the country Naxal-free by March 31, 2026, Mr. Shah said."The third date, which you all know - 31 March 2026 (deadline set by the Centre to eliminate Naxalism from the country).
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