Will eradicate Naxalism by March 2026: Amit Shah

Union home minister Amit Shah on Monday said he has full faith in security forces that they will eliminate Naxalism by next year. "I have full faith that it is the bravery and tireless efforts of our security forces that will make the battle against Naxalism a success," Shah said in Raipur.

He said the way out security forces have dismantled Maoist hideouts with immense courage, patience and commitment, it has astonished security forces across the world. "I know that what our jawans set out to achieve, they always accomplish," he added. Shah asserted, "It is the trust in our security forces that has inspired me to keep reiterating that we will eradicate Naxalism before March 31, 2026."

Shah noted that Naxalism has been a major problem in the poor tribal regions, leading to the deaths of nearly 40,000 people.