The joint operation covers dense forest areas and border villages in Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, West Bengal, and Maharashtra. CRPF personnel, CoBRA commandos, and state police teams are working together in the search mission.

Officials have increased surveillance in sensitive locations and set up checkpoints along interstate borders. Security teams are carrying out extensive searches to stop any possible escape routes.

Authorities believe the operation could deal a major blow to Maoist activities in the region. Security forces combing for Maoist leaders continue to monitor suspected hideouts and gather intelligence as the search enters a crucial phase.

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CM Chandrababu Naidu said that violence and armed struggle cannot replace people’s mandate. He added that the government is committed to maintaining law and order while ensuring development across Andhra Pradesh.

He also highlighted that extremist ideology has no place in a democratic system like India. According to him, public support and elections decide leadership, not weapons or force.

The Chief Minister further reiterated that his government will continue strengthening security measures in affected regions while also focusing on welfare and development programs to bring lasting peace.

Authorities have been working to curb extremist influence and improve stability in sensitive areas of the state.

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The Armed Struggle Framework Debate gained attention after former Politburo member Sonu alias Mallojula Venu reportedly argued that capitalist relations have expanded across India. He said the current situation no longer supports prolonged armed struggle. Another former leader also admitted that society outside forest regions has changed rapidly in recent years.

The article says the Maoist leadership studied economic changes between 2014 and 2020 but still concluded that semi-feudal conditions continue in India. Critics claim the leadership fears abandoning its traditional ideology and armed path. They argue the party struggles to adapt to modern political realities and changing economic conditions.

The discussion has triggered wider political debate about the future of left-wing extremism in India.

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Officials said security personnel found more than ₹1 crore in cash from several secret dumps during the search. The operation involved teams from the district police, District Reserve Guard, Indo-Tibetan Border Police, and Border Security Force.

Apart from cash, the forces recovered many weapons and explosive materials. These included AK-47 rifles, SLR rifles, cartridges, detonators, and communication equipment. Authorities believe Maoists hid these items in the forest earlier to use in future attacks.

Police described the recovery as a major success in the fight against Maoist activities in the region. Officials said similar operations will continue to track down hidden weapons and funds.

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During the speech, Modi claimed there has been support from those two parties for Maoists, referring to the Congress and Left parties. He said earlier governments did not give full freedom to police to take strict action against Maoists. According to him, strong steps could have controlled the problem much earlier.

The Prime Minister also spoke about development projects. He said the central government is building industrial corridors across the country and one of them will come up in Zaheerabad. Modi added that the BJP focuses on development and job creation.

He expressed confidence that Telangana is moving towards becoming free from Maoist activity and said the country wants change and progress.

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Security forces carried out a joint operation in the forest areas of Maredumilli. They acted on intelligence inputs that warned about active Maoist groups planning movements near villages. Police teams said the mission aimed to stop possible attacks and ensure public safety in the region.

The magisterial inquiry will study the entire sequence of events, the actions taken by forces, and whether all protocols were followed. Officials noted that this step will increase transparency and strengthen public confidence in law enforcement.

District authorities also promised support for families affected during the operation. Community leaders welcomed the decision and said a clear report will help prevent future violence.

More updates are expected once the inquiry officer completes the investigation and submits the report to senior officials.

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According to West Singhbhum SP Amit Renu, the blast killed 18-year-old Phoolon Dhanwar instantly. Two other women, Salami Kundalna and Barsi Dhanwar, suffered injuries but received timely treatment at the Manoharpur hospital. Doctors reported their condition as stable, and officials may shift them to another hospital if needed.

Police believe Maoists planted the device to target security personnel in the area. SP Renu said the blast reflects the rebels’ desperation as forces continue tough anti-Maoist operations inside Saranda. The forest remains under intense surveillance, and teams are scanning nearby routes to prevent further harm.

DSP Jaydeep Lakra added that the victim’s body will be taken for post-mortem to Chaibasa Sadar Hospital. Authorities have increased patrolling across nearby villages to ensure safety and to reassure residents after the shock of this attack.

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During a review visit to Kandhamal and Boudh, Odisha DGP YB Khurania assessed ground readiness and ongoing operations. He noted that around 80–85 Maoists remain active in the state, and only a few belong to Odisha. The rest reportedly operate from neighbouring states. He stressed that the Centre has already directed all affected states to ensure the complete eradication of Maoism nationwide.

Khurania chaired a high-level meeting at Kandhamal district police headquarters. Senior police, SOG units, CRPF and BSF officers discussed security planning, Maoist movement patterns, and steps to curb ganja cultivation linked to extremist networks. He also highlighted the importance of community cooperation, improved intelligence and coordinated field action.

The DGP urged active Maoists to surrender and return to mainstream life. Odisha currently offers a strong rehabilitation policy that supports education, livelihood, housing and social reintegration. He said the state government remains committed to peace, safety and long-term development in tribal and remote regions.

As preparation continues, the police expect Kandhamal to play a decisive role in achieving the March 2026 deadline.

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The Maoist letter stated that 320 cadres were killed between December 2024 and November 2025. The list included party general secretary Basavaraju and several senior leaders. The document said that Chhattisgarh alone reported 243 deaths. The organisation described these losses as a major setback to the movement.

The CMC also claimed that retaliation by PLGA units caused casualties among security forces. It stated that 116 personnel were killed and 208 were injured in various attacks. The letter mentioned ambushes, IED blasts, and attacks on police informers and BJP leaders during the year.

The organisation outlined its main priorities for the anniversary period. It included protection of leadership, strict implementation of guerrilla rules, and expansion of activities in forest, plain, and urban regions. The CMC urged cadres to preserve the movement’s “revolutionary spirit” despite mounting losses.

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He noted that the BSF continues to deliver strong results on multiple security fronts. Shah said the force helped secure the Tirupati corridor and successfully pushed the Naxal network back. He shared that BSF teams surrendered 127 Maoists, arrested 73, and neutralised 22 involved in violent activities. He added that teams also intercepted large quantities of narcotics during recent operations.

Shah strongly defended the SIR process and told citizens that it plays a key role in protecting India’s democracy. He criticised political parties that oppose the initiative and said the government remains firm on removing infiltrators from the country.

He recalled the bravery of BSF and the Army during Operation Sindoor, which led Pakistan to announce a ceasefire. Shah said India’s forces destroyed multiple hideouts and training facilities of major terror groups and reinforced national security.

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