Maoist Killings in Sukma Intensify as Shah's LWE Deadline Approaches

Three Maoists killed in Sukma as Home Minister Shah's deadline for Left-Wing Extremism elimination nears.

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Three Maoists have been killed in Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, over the past two years, indicating intensified security operations in the region. This comes as Home Minister Amit Shah's deadline for the complete elimination of Left-Wing Extremism (LWE) across the country approaches.

Sukma remains one of the most affected districts by LWE, and these operations highlight the persistent challenges faced by security forces in combating Maoist insurgency. The government's strategy involves a multi-pronged approach combining robust security measures with development initiatives to address the root causes of extremism and bring peace to affected areas.

मुख्य तथ्य

3 Maoists killed in Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, in two years

Home Minister Amit Shah set a deadline for LWE elimination

UPSC परीक्षा के दृष्टिकोण

Internal Security challenges (GS-3)

Government policies and interventions for development in LWE-affected regions (GS-2, GS-3)

Role of state and central forces in maintaining law and order (GS-2, GS-3)

Socio-economic factors contributing to extremism (GS-1, GS-2)

Geographical spread and impact of LWE (GS-1, GS-3)

दृश्य सामग्री

LWE Hotspots & Sukma in the Red Corridor (December 2025)

This map highlights Sukma district, a critical LWE hotspot in Chhattisgarh, within the broader 'Red Corridor' region. It shows the geographical concentration of Maoist activity despite overall decline, emphasizing the challenge in core areas as the LWE elimination deadline approaches.

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📍Sukma, Chhattisgarh📍Bijapur, Chhattisgarh📍Dantewada, Chhattisgarh

LWE Status in India: Key Metrics (December 2025)

This dashboard provides a snapshot of the current LWE situation in India, highlighting the significant decline in affected districts and incidents, while also noting the specific context of intensified operations in Sukma as the Home Minister's deadline approaches.

LWE Affected Districts: 45↓ 50%
LWE Incidents (Annual Avg): ~320↓ 85%
Security Forces Casualties (Annual Avg): ~25↓ 90%
Maoists Killed (Sukma, last 2 years): 3N/A

और जानकारी

पृष्ठभूमि

Left-Wing Extremism (LWE), often referred to as Naxalism or Maoism, originated in Naxalbari, West Bengal, in 1967. It is rooted in socio-economic grievances such as land alienation, displacement, forest rights issues, and lack of development.

Over decades, it spread across several states, forming the 'Red Corridor,' posing a significant internal security challenge to India. The government's approach has evolved from a purely law and order problem to a multi-pronged strategy addressing both security and developmental aspects.

नवीनतम घटनाक्रम

The news highlights intensified security operations in Sukma, Chhattisgarh, one of the most LWE-affected districts, resulting in Maoist killings. This comes as Home Minister Amit Shah's deadline for LWE elimination approaches, underscoring the government's commitment. The strategy involves robust security measures combined with development initiatives to tackle the root causes and bring peace to affected areas.

बहुविकल्पीय प्रश्न (MCQ)

1. Consider the following statements regarding Left-Wing Extremism (LWE) in India: 1. The 'SAMADHAN' doctrine, adopted by the Government of India, is a comprehensive strategy to combat LWE, focusing on both security and development aspects. 2. Sukma district, mentioned in the news, is part of the 'Red Corridor' and is located in the Bastar region of Chhattisgarh. 3. The Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) is primarily used to address LWE-related activities, providing legal framework for counter-terrorism operations. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

उत्तर देखें

सही उत्तर: D

Statement 1 is correct. SAMADHAN stands for S-Smart leadership, A-Aggressive strategy, M-Motivation and training, A-Actionable intelligence, D-Dashboard-based KPIs and KRs, H-Harnessing technology, A-Action plan for each theatre, N-No access to financing. It is indeed a comprehensive strategy. Statement 2 is correct. Sukma is a key district in the Bastar region of Chhattisgarh, which is a core area of the Red Corridor. Statement 3 is correct. UAPA is a primary legal tool used by the government to deal with terrorist and unlawful activities, including those perpetrated by LWE groups, by providing powers for detention, investigation, and prosecution.

2. In the context of the government's multi-pronged strategy to combat Left Wing Extremism (LWE) in India, which of the following initiatives primarily focuses on addressing socio-economic disparities and improving governance in affected regions?

उत्तर देखें

सही उत्तर: B

The Aspirational Districts Programme (ADP) aims to transform districts that have shown relatively lesser progress in key social areas. Many LWE-affected districts are included in this programme, with a focus on health, nutrition, education, agriculture, water resources, financial inclusion, and skill development, thereby addressing socio-economic disparities and governance deficits. Operation Green Hunt was a major anti-Naxal offensive. Greyhounds is a specialized anti-Naxal force. UAPA is a legal framework for counter-terrorism. Thus, B is the most appropriate answer.

3. Assertion (A): Left-Wing Extremism (LWE) in India is often described as a socio-economic problem with a law and order manifestation. Reason (R): The movement primarily draws support from marginalized communities facing issues like land alienation, displacement, lack of basic services, and exploitation. In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?

उत्तर देखें

सही उत्तर: A

Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, and R is the correct explanation of A. LWE is widely recognized as having deep socio-economic roots. The Naxalite movement gained traction by exploiting grievances of tribal communities, landless labourers, and marginalized sections who felt neglected by the state and suffered from issues like land alienation, displacement due to development projects, lack of access to justice, and poor basic services. While it manifests as a law and order challenge, its underlying causes are socio-economic, which is precisely what Reason (R) describes.

मुख्य तथ्य

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दृश्य सामग्री

LWE Hotspots & Sukma in the Red Corridor (December 2025)

LWE Status in India: Key Metrics (December 2025)

पृष्ठभूमि

नवीनतम घटनाक्रम

बहुविकल्पीय प्रश्न (MCQ)

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