Ever since we have come to power, our jawans have been fighting strongly against Naxalism: Chhattisgarh CM Sai

ANI May 22, 2025 380 views

Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai praised security forces for their strong anti-Naxal operations since BJP came to power. He highlighted the killing of top Naxal leader Basava Raju as a major breakthrough in the ongoing Narayanpur-Abujmarh operation. The government has urged Naxals to surrender, promising rehabilitation and justice. PM Modi and Amit Shah aim to eliminate Naxalism by March 2026.

"Ever since we came to power, our jawans have been fighting Naxalism very strongly... Basava Raju's death has broken their back." - CM Vishnu Deo Sai
Jashpur, May 22: Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai emphasised that ever since the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has come to power, the security forces have been fighting "strongly" against Naxalism.

Key Points

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BJP govt intensifies anti-Naxal operations with record surrenders

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27 Naxals killed including top leader Basava Raju

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Rehabilitation offer for surrendering ultras

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Modi-Shah target 2026 deadline to end Naxalism

He further asserted that the government has requested the Naxals to cast aside violence and come back to mainstream life. They will be given justice and the government will do their rehabilitation.

He further added that Naxals have begun to surrender in large numbers and the operation which was conducted recently has been the biggest so far.

"Ever since we came to power, our jawans have been fighting Naxalism very strongly. Operations are taking place continuously and we have been achieving success. We have also urged them (Naxals) to cast aside violence, bullets and bombs, and join mainstream. They would be given justice and Government will rehabilitate them. The result is before us, Naxals are surrendering in large numbers...The operation that was going on for three days, we think that this is the biggest operation so far. Their Head, who is called General Secretary - Basava Raju was killed by our jawans. His death is a huge blow to Naxalism, it has broken their back. This is a major success. We thank our DRG jawans and salute their valour", he said.

Vishnu Deo Sai on Wednesday reaffirmed the Centre's commitment to ending Naxalism by March 31, 2026, as pledged by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah.

Speaking to reporters, Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai said, "Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Prime Minister Narendra Modi have pledged to bring an end to naxalism by 31 March 2026... An operation is currently underway in the Narayanpur-Abujmarh area. 27 naxals have been killed. Many of those killed have a bounty on them. One big name, a General Secretary, Basava Raju Rao, has also been killed by our jawans."

Reader Comments

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Rajesh K.
Finally some strong action against Naxals! For too long they've terrorized our tribal brothers in Chhattisgarh. The BJP government is showing real political will where others failed. Salute to our brave DRG jawans! 🇮🇳
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Priya M.
While the operation is commendable, I hope rehabilitation efforts are genuine. Many Naxals are tribal youth brainwashed into violence. They need education and job opportunities, not just surrender ceremonies for political mileage.
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Amit S.
Basava Raju's elimination is a game-changer! But let's not forget - Naxalism thrives where development fails. Need roads, schools and hospitals in these areas ASAP. Jai Hind!
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Sunita R.
My cousin serves in CRPF in Bastar. For the first time in years, I feel hopeful about his safety. But government must ensure martyrs' families get proper support. These jawans sacrifice everything for our peace 🙏
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Vikram J.
March 2026 deadline seems ambitious but achievable. However, the real test will be preventing new recruitment. Need to address the root causes - land rights, forest policies and tribal alienation.
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Neha T.
As someone from Chhattisgarh, I've seen both sides. Military action alone won't solve this. The surrendered Naxals must be properly reintegrated, otherwise they'll return to jungles. Hope the rehabilitation promise is kept 🤞

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