Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday commended the Chhattisgarh government for its determined efforts in combating Maoism in the state.

Home minister Amit Shah delivered a firm message to Left-wing extremists during the closing ceremony of Bastar Olympics Sunday, urging them.

Home Minister Amit Shah met with a group of former Naxals, expressing his satisfaction over their decision to surrender.

Amit Shah also hailed the Chhattisgarh government's rehabilitation policy for Naxalites and appealed to them to quit violence and join the mainstream.

Raipur: Union home minister Amit Shah on Sunday reiterated his assertion that Naxalism would be wiped out in the country by the end of March 2026.Addressing the closing ceremony of Bastar

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday said the Centre and the Chhattisgarh government were committed to eradicate the menace of Naxalism from the state before March 31, 2026.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah celebrated the surrender of around 30 Naxals and insurgents from six states. He expressed satisfaction with their decision to abandon violence and join the mainstream, highlighting government rehabilitation efforts,

Amit Shah praised the Chhattisgarh Police for its "hard work, dedication, bravery and affection towards the people."

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said that Naxals should join the mainstream, move ahead on the path of development and also contribute to the development of Chhattisgarh.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah urged Naxals in Chhattisgarh to surrender and embrace mainstream life, promising rehabilitation support. He warned of strong action by security forces if they refuse, aiming for a Naxal-free India by 2026.

Chhattisgarh police, in collaboration with national security forces, have made significant progress against Naxalism, neutralizing 287 insurgents, arresting 1,000, and facilitating 837 surrenders. These efforts mark a critical step toward ending the menace.