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Union Home Minister Amit Shah has unveiled a comprehensive strategy to combat Left-Wing Extremism in India. The government's approach combines targeted security operations with rehabilitation and development initiatives for Maoist cadres. Shah highlighted significant reductions in violence and fatalities, crediting the Modi government's multi-pronged approach. The ultimate goal is to make India completely free of Left-Wing Extremism by March 2026, offering surrender and reintegration to militants.

Key Points: Shah Offers Maoists Red Carpet Surrender Path to Peace

  • Modi Government reports 70% reduction in security personnel deaths
  • 10,500 Maoists have surrendered since 2014
  • Goal to eliminate Left-Wing Extremism by March 2026
  • Comprehensive approach combining security and development strategies
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'Those who want to surrender will be welcomed on red carpet': HM Shah urges Maoists to lay down arms

Home Minister Amit Shah outlines government strategy to end Left-Wing Extremism, offering rehabilitation and peaceful reintegration for Maoists.

"Those who want to surrender and want to leave violence will be welcomed on red carpet - Amit Shah, Union Home Minister"

New Delhi, Sep 28

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday, outlining the Centre's approach to ending Left-Wing Extremism (LWE) and urging cadres to give up arms and embrace rehabilitation, said "those who want to surrender and want to leave violence will be welcomed on red carpet".

Addressing the valedictory session of 'Bharat Manthan-2025: Naxal Mukt Bharat' at Vigyan Bhavan in New Delhi, the Home Minister described the government's strategy combining security operations, development initiatives and political outreach.

He credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government with a decline in violence and fatalities, and reiterated a target to make India LWE-free by March 31, 2026.

The Home Minister cited figures to underline gains -- a reported 70 per cent reduction in deaths of security personnel and an 85 per cent fall in civilian fatalities in affected areas during 2014-2024 compared with 2004-2014.

He said 10,500 Maoists have surrendered, while hundreds have been neutralised, arrested or detained in recent years. "We don't want to kill anyone," he added, calling the surrender policy attractive and emphasising rehabilitation.

He also highlighted a sharp fall in arms supplies to insurgents since 2019.

Home Minister Shah framed the fight as ideological and societal, calling for identification of those who provided ideological, legal and financial support.

"Who helped LWE ideologically, who financed them, aided them socially and legally -- we need these Maoists to come forward," he said, urging society to reject extremist narratives even as security forces respond firmly to armed violence.

The Home Minister linked improvements in Jammu and Kashmir and the Northeast to connectivity, governance and law enforcement.

He also noted the revocation of Article 370 and asserted drops in security and civilian deaths in Jammu and Kashmir, while pointing to high voter turnout in recent elections as evidence of normalisation.

- IANS

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Priya S
While I appreciate the surrender policy, I hope the rehabilitation is genuine and sustainable. Many surrendered Maoists struggle to integrate back into society. The government should ensure proper job training and community acceptance programs.
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Arjun K
Finally some positive news from our troubled areas! The combination of security, development and political outreach is the right strategy. The reduction in violence numbers speaks for itself. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
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Sarah B
As someone who has worked in tribal development, I must say the focus on development initiatives is crucial. Maoism thrives where development fails. Hope the government continues building schools, hospitals and roads in these areas.
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Vikram M
The government should also address the root causes that lead youth to join Maoist groups - unemployment, land rights issues, and lack of opportunities. Mere surrender policies won't solve the problem completely.
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Michael C
Impressive statistics! 85% reduction in civilian fatalities and 10,500 surrenders show this approach is working. The ideological battle is important too - we need to counter extremist narratives with better alternatives.
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Kavya N
My cousin serves in CRPF in Chhattisgarh. The improvement in security situation has made their lives much safer. Hope this positive trend continues and we achieve the

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