Amit Shah to chair key meet of CMs of Naxal-affected states on October 7

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will chair a high-level meeting of Chief Ministers and Home Ministers from Naxal-affected states on October 7 in the national capital. Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai will represent the state in this crucial meeting and is expected to provide an update on the ongoing Naxal operations and present details of developmental projects in Naxal-affected areas.

Ahead of the meeting, Chief Minister Sai highlighted that the Chhattisgarh government has been conducting continuous search operations in Naxal-affected areas while prioritising development projects. “Our goal is to eliminate Naxal violence and integrate these regions into the mainstream of development,” the Chief Minister said.

Referring to the



recent major Naxal operation in the border areas of Narayanpur and Dantewada districts, he noted, “Today, our security forces have achieved significant success against the Maoists. So far, reports indicate that 28 Naxalites have been killed in the operation, making it one of the largest Naxal operations in Chhattisgarh. I commend our brave soldiers for their dedication and courage.”

“Our government’s clear objective is the complete eradication of Naxalism. Under the double-engine government, we are not only confronting the Maoists firmly but also accelerating developmental efforts in these areas. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has provided clear directives for the elimination of Naxalism, with a goal of achieving this nationwide by March 2026,” he added.