NEW DELHI: In the aftermath of the latest Chhattisgarh encounter, which resulted within the demise of at the least 29 Naxals, Union Home Minister Amit Shah expressed his dedication to eradicate the menace of Naxalism from the nation. He asserted that beneath the management of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the federal government is dedicated to rooting out “Red Terror” throughout India. Shah recommended the joint efforts of safety forces, highlighting their function within the profitable operation in opposition to Left-wing extremists in Chhattisgarh’s Kanker district. He lauded their bravery and credited the Chhattisgarh police for offering essential intelligence help within the ongoing anti-Naxal operations.
“Within a span of about three months after the formation of our government in the state, more than 80 Naxalites have been killed in Chhattisgarh, 125 were arrested while more than 150 laid down their arms. I have full confidence that the ongoing crackdown on Naxal terror will continue going forward, and, very soon, the country will be rid of the Naxal threat under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi,” the Union Home Minister stated.
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#WATCH | On the Kanker encounter, Union Home Minister Amit Shah says, “Yesterday, security forces achieved great success in Chhattisgarh. Ever since Modi ji became the Prime Minister, the BJP government has launched a continuous campaign against Naxalism and terrorism. After the… pic.twitter.com/HxNtiHmpg7
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Shah Praises Security Forces
Shah underscored the federal government’s sustained efforts in opposition to Naxalism, notably since Prime Minister Modi assumed workplace. He highlighted the institution of joint safety power camps and emphasised the numerous progress made in neutralizing Naxal threats. “Yesterday, the security forces achieved huge success in Chhattisgarh. Ever since Modi-ji became Prime Minister, the BJP government has been waging a campaign against Naxalism and terrorism. The campaign gained further momentum after the coming of the BJP government here. We started setting up camps (of joint security forces) since 2014. After 2019, at least 250 camps have been set up. We are getting more support from the Chhattisgarh Police (in the fight against Naxalites) than before,” Shah informed ANI.
Success In Anti-Naxal Operations
State’s Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai supplied particulars of the encounter, confirming the demise of 29 Naxals whereas emphasizing the absence of casualties on the safety forces’ aspect. He hailed the operation as one of the vital profitable in latest occasions.
Doubts Raised By Congress
In distinction, the Congress get together, led by former Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel, raised doubts relating to the authenticity of the encounter. Baghel alleged cases of “fake encounters” in the course of the earlier BJP regime and known as for readability on the identities of these killed. He claimed that the police have been threatening villagers as nicely, including that in his tenure as CM, too, a number of Naxals had been killed or had surrendered.
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Durg, Chhattisgarh | Former CM & Congress chief Bhupesh Baghel says, “The encounter which happened earlier in Kanker was fake. How much evidence does he need? We will give all the evidence (of fake encounters) from now and Raman Singh’s tenure…” pic.twitter.com/SGTzVibeRE
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In response, Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma dismissed the Congress’s allegations, defending the integrity of the operation and the safety forces concerned. He challenged the credibility of the accusations and questioned the motives behind casting doubts on the encounter.
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#WATCH | Raipur: On the Kanker encounter, Chhattisgarh Deputy CM Vijay Sharma says, “It is sad to hear that the former Chief Minister of the state, Bhupesh Baghel yesterday said that the encounter is fake. What does this mean? The soldiers whom I have seen, have they been falsely… pic.twitter.com/so3c84g5Ln
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Identifications Of Slain Naxal Rebels
Bastar Inspector General of Police (IG) P Sundarraj supplied additional particulars of the encounter, together with the restoration of our bodies and arms from the location. He recognized one of many deceased Naxals as a outstanding commander and emphasised the success of ongoing operations in opposition to Naxal teams.
IG Sundarraj highlighted the numerous progress made within the combat in opposition to Naxals for the reason that starting of the yr. He emphasised the decisive stage reached within the offensive in opposition to Naxalism and reiterated the dedication to proceed efforts to make sure the security and safety of affected areas.
