High-Level Security Review on Left-Wing Extremism
The Union Home Minister convened a comprehensive security review meeting in Raipur to assess progress against Left-Wing Extremism (LWE) across affected regions. The interaction brought together senior representatives from the Union government, the Chhattisgarh administration, central armed police forces, intelligence agencies, and police leadership from multiple LWE-impacted States. The review comes as the Centre works toward an announced timeline to substantially curb Maoist violence by the end of March 2026.
Coordinated Centre–State Approach
The meeting emphasised joint operational planning between the Union and State governments. Participants evaluated recent outcomes from coordinated deployments, intelligence-led operations, and enhanced logistical support in remote districts. Officials noted that inter-state collaboration—particularly among Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Maharashtra, Jharkhand, and Telangana—has improved information sharing and synchronized field action against insurgent networks.
Multi-Pronged Strategy Against Insurgency
Security agencies outlined a layered approach combining on-ground operations with developmental and financial disruption measures. Key pillars discussed included strengthening road and telecom connectivity in forested zones, intensifying action against extortion and funding channels, and expanding rehabilitation pathways for cadres willing to surrender. The Union Home Minister reiterated that the government prefers peaceful reintegration and encouraged insurgents to lay down arms, assuring support through established surrender and rehabilitation policies.
Institutional Participation and Operational Readiness
Senior officials from the Ministry of Home Affairs, intelligence leadership, and heads of central forces such as the CRPF, BSF, ITBP, and investigative agencies participated in the deliberations. State police chiefs and home department representatives reviewed district-level indicators, force mobility, and the status of fortified police stations, helipads, and forward operating bases designed to improve response times in difficult terrain.
Shaping the Next Phase of Action
State leaders described the review as a decisive stock-taking exercise that will guide operational priorities in the coming months. The discussions focused on consolidating gains in previously affected areas, sustaining pressure on remaining insurgent pockets, and aligning security measures with welfare and infrastructure initiatives to reduce long-term vulnerabilities to extremism.
Exam-Focused Points
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Left-Wing Extremism (LWE) refers to Maoist insurgent activity concentrated in parts of central and eastern India.
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The Union Ministry of Home Affairs coordinates counter-LWE strategy with affected States.
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Central Armed Police Forces involved include CRPF, BSF, and ITBP; intelligence inputs come from national agencies.
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Surrender and rehabilitation policies aim to reintegrate former cadres into mainstream society.
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Infrastructure expansion (roads, telecom, fortified posts) is a core component of long-term counter-insurgency.
Month: Current Affairs - February 08, 2026
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