TFP Bureau, Raipur, October 26, 2025: Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai announced that the decline of Maoism in Chhattisgarh has now become a visible reality, as growing public faith in government initiatives continues to transform the social and security landscape of Bastar. Highlighting the success of the \u201cPuna Margam \u2013 Rehabilitation to Rejuvenation\u201d initiative, he said the program has played a pivotal role in dismantling anti-people Maoist ideology and fostering an atmosphere of peace and trust among the region\u2019s tribal communities.<\/p>\n
In a significant development, 21 Naxalites surrendered before the police and district administration in Kanker district, renouncing violence and pledging to rejoin mainstream society. The Chief Minister described this mass surrender as a clear indicator of the success of the state\u2019s \u201cSurrender and Rehabilitation Policy \u2013 2025\u201d and the \u201cNiyad Nella Nar Yojana,\u201d both of which aim to provide comprehensive support to those seeking to abandon extremism.<\/p>\n
\u201cThese youth were once misled by the false and destructive ideology of Maoism, but today they have realized that the path of development, not violence, leads to a better future,\u201d said Chief Minister Sai. He assured that the state government is committed to rehabilitating surrendered Naxalites by providing skill training, livelihood support, and social reintegration opportunities to ensure their dignified return to society.<\/p>\n
The Chief Minister emphasized that the steady decline of Maoist influence in Bastar is a result of coordinated efforts under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the leadership of Union Home Minister Amit Shah. \u201cThe government has succeeded in winning the trust of Bastar\u2019s people, and as a result, Maoist organizations are rapidly losing strength. More individuals are choosing peace and progress over fear and violence,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
Highlighting the transformation underway in Bastar, Shri Sai noted that the region, once marked by insecurity and insurgency, is now moving swiftly toward peace, prosperity, and empowerment. The double-engine government, he said, is working with a firm goal of making India completely Naxal-free by March 31, 2026.<\/p>\n
\u201cBastar\u2019s journey from fear to faith is a testament to the power of inclusive governance and people\u2019s participation,\u201d the Chief Minister added. He reiterated that the state\u2019s focus remains on development-driven security\u2014building roads, schools, healthcare facilities, and employment opportunities that strengthen the foundations of a peaceful and prosperous society.<\/p>\n
The surrender of 21 Naxalites marks another milestone in Chhattisgarh\u2019s ongoing effort to eliminate extremism through compassion, dialogue, and opportunity rather than confrontation. The \u201cPuna Margam\u201d initiative continues to stand as a symbol of hope and healing for those who wish to rebuild their lives and contribute to the state\u2019s progress.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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