MAOISTS IN SUKMA
Badesatti becomes Chhattisgarh's first Naxal-free gram panchayat after introduction of Elvid scheme
Badesatti, a gram panchayat in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district, has become the first Naxal-free area in the state under the Elvid Panchayat Yojana. This achievement follows the surrender of 11 Naxalites, making the village eligible for development projects worth Rs 1 crore. The initiative aims to eradicate Naxalism from the Bastar region by encouraging surrenders and fostering development in affected areas.
Days after Amit Shah's appeal, 33 Maoists surrender in Sukma
In Chhattisgarh's Sukma district, 33 Maoists, including 17 carrying rewards totaling ?49 lakh, surrendered to security forces following an appeal from Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Authorities also seized laptops, cash, and explosives in Narayanpur district. The surrendered Maoists received ?50,000 each and rehabilitation benefits, as they were involved in attacks on security forces.
33 Naxalites surrender before security forces in Chhattisgarh's Sukma
The surrendered cadres cited disappointment with "hollow" and "inhuman" Maoist ideology and atrocities on local tribals, Sukma Superintendent of Police Kiran Chavan said.
225 maoists surrendered, 45 held & 46 killed: CRPF
In March, a significant number of Maoists, 225, surrendered, while security forces arrested 45 and killed 46 in encounters, primarily in Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand, according to CRPF data. Ninety-six IEDs, a major threat, were recovered.
Centre cuts Naxal-hit districts to 18, halts funds for four states
Bihar, West Bengal, Kerala, and Uttar Pradesh have been removed from the Naxal-affected states list, ending their SRE support from the Centre. The government has reduced the number of districts facing Left wing extremism from 38 to 18, following a review by the Ministry of Home Affairs.
16 Naxalites gunned down, two DRG jawans injured in encounter in Chhattisgarh's Sukma
At least 16 Naxalites were killed in a major operation by security forces in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district. The operation, involving DRG and CRPF personnel, also resulted in two injured jawans. A cache of firearms and explosives was recovered from the encounter site.
18 Naxals killed in Chhattisgarh encounters
Security forces in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district killed 18 Maoists, including 11 women, in a twin offensive. Arms and ammunition were recovered, and two security personnel sustained minor injuries. The operation is part of an ongoing effort to eradicate Naxalism by March 2026, with over 100 extremists killed so far this year.
First mobile tower erected at remote CRPF base in Chhattisgarh's Sukma
Sukma district in Chhattisgarh now has its first mobile phone tower, providing connectivity to several villages affected by Maoist violence. Installed in a CRPF camp at Tekulagudem, the tower will benefit security personnel and locals by improving communication. This development is part of efforts to combat Left Wing Extremism and promote regional progress.
Two Naxalites gunned down in encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh
Two Naxalites were killed in an encounter with security personnel in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district. The gunfight occurred during an anti-Naxalite operation involving the DRG and CoBRA units. So far this year, 83 Naxalites have been killed in various clashes in the state, including 67 in the Bastar division.
The Naxal story: A shrinking red citadel, road to March 2026 deadline
In January 2024, the People Liberation Guerilla Army, led by Naxal commander Mandvi Hidma, attacked security forces trying to establish a forward operating base in Bijapur. Subsequent strategies and measures have been implemented to counter Naxal activities, significantly reducing their stronghold in the Bastar region.
Chhattisgarh Police identify 28 of 31 killed Maoists, link commander to IED blasts that killed 8 jawans
Chhattisgarh police identified 28 Maoists, including those involved in a deadly IED blast, and recovered weapons looted from security forces. An anti-Maoist operation in Bijapur led to the deaths of several Maoists and two policemen, marking significant progress in reducing Maoist influence in the Bastar division.
Maoism like cancer, need to hit at its root to eradicate it: Chhattisgarh CM Sai
Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai emphasized the need to tackle Maoism by targeting its root, likening it to cancer. In the past year, over 230 Maoists have been killed, and significant development projects worth Rs 205 crore have been initiated in Sukma to counter Maoist influence and boost local growth.
Sukma attack case may be handed over to NIA for probe
A senior Home Ministry functionary said it was a fit case to be handed over to the NIA as so many security personnel were killed in a single incident.
In 'war' against Naxals, police pins hope on road construction in Sukma district
Last month, 25 CRPF jawans were slain in one of the deadliest Naxal attacks in Sukma district. The attack came when they were guarding an under-construction road.
Mass surrender of Maoists, 70 give up gun in Chhattisgarh
Bridging gap between forces and rebels, police gave credit to 1,500 villagers, who played a major role in persuading Maoists to join mainstream.
Naxal menace: Senior cadres now on radar of Chhattisgarh police
Encouraged by their recent success against Naxals, security forces in Chhattisgarh are focusing on targeting the senior rung of the ultras in South Bastar.
Naxal-affected Sukma likely to be brought under IAP
The government has classified Sukma as one of the 26 worst affected districts by the Naxal menace, and the area has reported 80% violence in the past three years.
Maoists abduct Sukma district collector
Maoists on Saturday abducted the collector of Sukma district in Bastar area of Chhattisgarh after killing two of his bodyguards.
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