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PM Modi's Veiled Attack on Congress Amid Chhattisgarh's 25-Year Celebration

Prime Minister Modi used Chhattisgarh's 25th anniversary celebration to criticize the Congress party's handling of Left-Wing Extremism. He highlighted significant progress in reducing Maoist-affected districts from 125 to just three since 2014. The Prime Minister pointed to recent mass surrenders in Bastar as evidence of changing ground realities. During the event, he also launched development projects worth over ₹14,000 crore to boost infrastructure and healthcare in the state.

Key Points: PM Modi Slams Congress Over LWE in Chhattisgarh Silver Jubilee

  • PM Modi accused Congress of abandoning people to Maoist terror for political gains
  • LWE-affected districts reduced from 125 to just 3 since 2014
  • Over 200 Maoists surrendered in Bastar recently, embracing Constitution
  • Inaugurated projects worth ₹14,260 crore including highways and medical colleges
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PM Modi launches veiled attack on Cong over LWE as Chhattisgarh marks 'Silver Jubilee'

PM Modi accuses Congress of decades of injustice in Chhattisgarh, highlights LWE decline from 125 to 3 affected districts, and launches projects worth ₹14,260 crore.

"The day is not far when Chhattisgarh and India will be completely free from Maoist terrorism. - PM Modi"

Raipur, Nov 1

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday launched a veiled yet stinging attack on the Congress, accusing those who "pretend to uphold the Constitution and shed crocodile tears in the name of social justice" of committing decades of injustice for political gain, leaving Chhattisgarh deprived of roads, schools, and hospitals under the shadow of Left-Wing Extremism (LWE).

Addressing the Chhattisgarh Rajat Mahotsav in Nava Raipur to mark the 25th anniversary of the state’s formation, the Prime Minister said the people had endured 50–55 years of pain due to Maoist terrorism.

“Those who ruled the country for decades abandoned the people to their fate while enjoying the comforts of life,” he charged, in a clear reference to the Congress-led UPA regimes, without naming them directly.

PM Modi said he could not bear “countless mothers weeping for their children” and resolved in 2014 to eradicate Maoist terror from the country.

“Eleven years ago, over 125 districts were affected; today, only three remain with traces of activity,” PM Modi declared, asserting that “the day is not far when Chhattisgarh and India will be completely free from Maoist terrorism.”

Highlighting a surge in surrenders, he said more than 200 Maoists laid down arms in Bastar on October 17, over 20 in Kanker recently, and dozens nationwide, including several with bounties worth lakhs and crores, who have now embraced the Constitution.

The Prime Minister said the elimination of terror has transformed once-forbidden zones. Chilkapalli village in Bijapur has received electricity after seven decades; Rekawaya in Abujhmad now has its first school since Independence; and Puvarti, a former rebel stronghold, now waves the Tricolour instead of the red flag.

He added that Bastar, once synonymous with insurgency, now hosts vibrant events like the Bastar Pandum and Bastar Olympics, symbolising a return to peace and normalcy.

“Imagine how far Chhattisgarh has progressed despite Naxalism -- and how much faster it will grow once fully overcome,” PM Modi said, emphasising the state’s critical role in building a developed India.

Alongside his anti-LWE message, the Prime Minister inaugurated and laid foundation stones for projects worth over Rs 14,260 crore spanning roads, industry, healthcare, and energy.

Key initiatives include a Rs 3,150 crore four-lane highway to Jharkhand, establishment of new medical colleges, power substations, and the Nagpur–Jharsuguda gas pipeline.

Addressing the youth, PM Modi said: “This is your time; no goal is unachievable.”

Assuring full government support for Chhattisgarh’s progress, he concluded: “Together, we will advance Chhattisgarh and the nation.”

Governor Ramen Deka, Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, and Union Ministers Jual Oram, Durga Das Uikey, and Tokan Sahu were present at the event.

- IANS

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Priya S
While I appreciate the progress against Naxalism, I wish political leaders would focus more on solutions rather than blaming previous governments. The people of Chhattisgarh deserve development regardless of which party is in power. Let's hope these projects actually reach the common people.
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Arjun K
The Bastar Olympics and Bastar Pandum events show how normalcy is returning. My family is from Dantewada and we've seen the transformation firsthand. Surrenders of Maoists with lakhs in bounties is a big achievement. Jai Hind! 🙏
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Sarah B
As someone who has worked in tribal development, I'm cautiously optimistic. The infrastructure projects worth ₹14,260 crore could be transformative if implemented properly. The highway to Jharkhand and medical colleges are much needed. Hope the benefits reach the tribal communities who suffered the most.
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Vikram M
Chilkapalli village getting electricity after 70 years! This shows how neglected these areas were. The Congress had 55 years to develop these regions but only made empty promises. At least now we're seeing actual work on the ground.
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Michael C
The focus on youth empowerment is crucial. When the Prime Minister says "no goal is unachievable" to the youth of Chhattisgarh, it sends a powerful message. Peace and development will create opportunities that were unimaginable a decade ago.

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