Five persons were killed and several others injured when a mini goods vehicle they were travelling in overturned in Chhattisgarh's Bastar district on Saturday, police said.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday visited Gundam village in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur, the den of Bastar's most-dreaded Maoist leader, Madvi Hidma, commander of the People's Liberation Guerrilla Army, and interacted with villagers there and shared the government's commitment to eradica
The Home Minister also met civilians affected by Naxal violence and while expressing his deep condolences assured them of the unwavering support of the central and state governments.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday attended the closing ceremony of the Bastar Olympics 2024 in Chhattisgarh and highlighted the region's remarkable progress from a Naxal-affected zone to a symbol of peace and development.
Several Naxals who gave up arms and surrendered in Chhattisgarh to enter mainstream society were welcomed at the Bastar Academy of Dance Art and Literature on Sunday. They are also scheduled to meet with Union Home Minister Amit Shah later today.
The 'Bastar Olympics' is an annual event held by the Chhattisgarh Sports and Youth Welfare Department, meant to help the youth and other victims of naxal activities showcase their sports talent.
Chhattisgarh Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma on Thursday reported significant progress in combating Naxalites, stating that actions are taken based on credible information.
A joint anti-Naxal operation involving DRG, CRPF, and STF from Narayanpur, Dantewada, Jagdalpur, and Kondagaon districts commenced on December 10, targeting South Abujhmad.
The 'Bastar Olympics', which was kicked off on November 5 from the Bastanar block in the Jagdalpur district, spans across the seven districts of Bastar--Kanker, Kondagaon, Bijapur, Bastar, Sukma, Dantewada, and Narayanpur.