Indian security forces killed at least 16 Maoist rebels during a raid in Sukma district, with the police chief reporting the recovery of multiple weapons. The operation comes amid increased actions to combat the Naxalite insurgency, which has claimed over 10,000 lives. Home Minister Amit Shah emphasized the government's commitment to eliminate Naxalism by March 2026. The violence reflects a longstanding conflict where rebel groups advocate for land rights for impoverished farmers and laborers in India’s resource-rich regions.
Indian authorities have ramped up actions to put an end to the long-running insurgency, leading to increased skirmishes between security forces and Maoists since PM Modi's third term.
Under the leadership of PM Shri @narendramodi Ji, we are resolved to eradicate Naxalism before the 31st of March 2026, Shah wrote on X.
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