Bastar close to LWE-free status as cadre strength drops sharply Raipur, March 26 (SocialNews.XYZ) The number of armed Maoist cadres in the Bastar region of Chhattisgarh has declined sharply by over 5,500 in recent years, marking a major success in the fight against Left-Wing Extremism. Deputy Chief Minister and Home Minister Vijay Sharma said this significant reduction has brought the region closer to its target of becoming completely free from Maoist influence by March 31 this year.

Bastar close to LWE-free status as cadre strength drops sharply #Bastar #LWEfree #socialnewsxyz

⚡ 108 Maoists surrender to security forces in India's Bastar region. The group collectively carried a bounty of 3.95 crore rupees. #India #Bastar

Bastar now known for development, self-confidence, says PM Modi on Bastar Pandum festival New Delhi, Feb 10 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday highlighted the cultural and developmental transformation of Chhattisgarh’s Bastar region, saying it is now recognised for progress and growing self-confidence rather than violence and backwardness, as he lauded the recently held Bastar Pandum festival. In a post on X, the Prime Minister wrote, “Between February 7 and 9, a special celebration of ‘Bastar Pandum’ was organised in Chhattisgarh.

Bastar now known for development, self-confidence, says PM Modi on Bastar Pandum festival #Bastar #BastarPandum #PMModi #socialnewsxyz

21 Maoists Lay Down Arms in Chhattisgarh – A Turning Point?

#Chhattisgarh #MaoistSurrender #NaxalFreeIndia #Bastar #PeaceInitiative #IndiaSecurity

21 Maoists surrender in Chhattisgarh’s Kanker district Hyderabad: In a yet another blow to the Communist Party of India (Maoist), 21 members of the banned outfit surrendered before the Chhattisga...

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HM Shah reaches Bastar to attend Dussehra Darbar today, transfer ₹606.94 Cr to women (Ld) Raipur, Oct 4 (SocialNews.XYZ) In a historic moment for tribal representation and women empowerment, Union Home Minister Amit Shah arrived in Bastar on October 4 to participate in the centuries-old Muria Darbar, a central ritual of the world’s longest Dussehra celebration. This marks the first time a Union Minister will attend the Muria Darbar, a traditional tribal council where grievances and suggestions are presented by community leaders known as Majhis.

HM Shah reaches Bastar to attend Dussehra Darbar today, transfer ₹606.94 Cr to women (Ld) #HMShah #Bastar #DussehraDarbar #Cr #Ld #socialnewsxyz

Amit Shah to visit Bastar on Oct 4, to participate in Dussehra celebration Raipur, Oct 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Union Home Minister Amit Shah is scheduled to visit Chhattisgarh’s Bastar region on October 4, where he will participate in a series of culturally and strategically significant programmes. The visit comes in response to an invitation extended by the local Member of Parliament, the President of the Bastar Dussehra Committee, and tribal leaders known as Manjhis. Deputy Chief Minister and Home Minister of Chhattisgarh, Vijay Sharma, confirmed HM Shah’s itinerary, highlighting the Union Minister’s engagement with tribal traditions and regional festivities.

Amit Shah to visit Bastar on Oct 4, to participate in Dussehra celebration #AmitShah #Bastar #Oct #Dussehra #socialnewsxyz

Adah Sharma looks back at ‘Bastar’ shoot days while enjoying Chhattisgarh delights Mumbai, Sep 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Adah Sharma, on Monday, took a nostalgic trip down memory lane as she revisited Chhattisgarh, reminiscing about her time shooting for ‘Bastar: The Naxal Story.’ Sharing glimpses from her visit, she shared moments of local flavors, morning breakfasts, and refreshing gaajar juice, blending fond memories with her present-day experiences in the state. During her Chhattisgarh visit, Adah also met with members of the Nagpur cricket team, cheering them on ahead of their big match.

Adah Sharma looks back at ‘Bastar’ shoot days while enjoying Chhattisgarh delights #AdahSharma #Bastar #Chhattisgarh #socialnewsxyz

TRAC Incident Report: Naxalite-Planted Presure Plate Improvised Explosive Device (IED) Injures Two Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) Soldiers During De-mining Operation in Basrur Area, Dantewada, Ba... On 11 September 2025, CRPF soldiers accidentally triggered a Naxalite planted IED during a de-mining operation in Basrur area of Dantewada, Chhattisgarh.

#Naxalite-Planted Presure Plate Improvised Explosive Device (#IED) Injures Two Central Reserve Police Force (#CRPF) Soldiers During De-mining Operation in Basrur Area, #Dantewada, #Bastar Region, #Chhattisgarh, #India
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India rain highlights: 8 killed in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar flood, CM Sai directs officials to extend help Jammu and Kashmir, Telangana rains updates: Follow the latest updates on the Jammu and Kashmir landslip and rains across India on The Hindu’s live blog on August 28, 2025.

[India] 8 killed in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar flood, CM Sai directs officials to extend help www.thehindu.com/news/nationa... #ClimateCrisis #Flood #Landslide #Bastar #Chhattisgarh #India

India’s deadly war on Naxalites and Adivasis in Chhattisgarh Chhattisgarh’s anti-Maoist crackdown leads to escalating violence on Adivasis

"It is estimated that as many as 250 security camps have been established in #Bastar since 2019. This growing securitisation has led to other clampdowns too," @Nikitajain15 writes:

Today, join us in breaking the silence, standing with Adivasis and demanding justice!
#IndigenousPeoplesDay #AdivasiLivesMatter #HumanRights #ClimateJustice #OperationKagar #FreeIndigenousDefenders #Bastar #India

President Droupadi Murmu: protect the people and the forest! *** Update June 2025 ***Right now, a massive military offensive has been underway across the Adivasi heartland. Over 20,000 armed personnel have been deployed, and rising casualties are being reported

PETITION / President Droupadi Murmu: protect the people and the #forest!
#India #Chhattisgarh #Bastar #AbujhmadForest #KeepItWild #ProtectWildlife
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Iron ore - think about it
What is it used for? Why is it needed?
But most of all
How is it mined?
#Bastar
#ClimateJustice
#ClimateAction
#StateViolence
#HumanRightViolations
#MiningandMilitarization

Sicherheitskräfte bergen einen weiteren von #Naxaliten platzierten improvisierten Sprengsatz (IED) in #Konta, #Sukma District, #Bastar Region, #Chhattisgarh, #Indien

TRAC Incident Report: Security Forces Recover Another Naxalite Planted Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in Konta, Sukma District, Bastar Region, Chhattisgarh, India - 11 June 2025 On 11 June 2025, security forces recovered and safely defused a second improvised explosive device (IED) in the Konta area of Sukma district.

Security Forces Recover Another #Naxalite Planted Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in #Konta, #Sukma District, #Bastar Region, #Chhattisgarh, #India
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FROM: InSAF India (@IndInsaf on X)
#Bastar Update
Session 2: Behind the Deadline: Resource Extraction and the State-Corporate Nexus
5 June 2025 | 8pm IST | 2:30 PM UTC
Register here:
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#India 's war on its own citizens. On behalf of big money.
#Bastar #Adivasi

छत्तीसगढ़ के बस्तर जिले को नक्सल प्रभावित जिलों की सूची से हटा दिया गया है. केंद्र सरकार के गृह मंत्रालय (MHA) ने बस्तर जिले को वामपंथी उग्रवाद से प्रभावित जिलों की सूची से बाहर कर दिया है. बता दें कि सरकारी प्रयासों, सुरक्षा बलों की सक्रियता और पुनर्वास नीतियों के चलते पिछले एक दशक में 8000 से अधिक नक्सलियों ने हिंसा का रास्ता छोड़कर आत्मसमर्पण किया है.
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#Bastar #NaxalFree #bharatsamvad

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Understanding the Current Level of State Violence in the Lead Up to the ‘Deadline’ . After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining ... Thursday 22 May 2025, 2:30pm UTC (8pm Delhi / 3:30pm London / 10:30am New York) This session will provide a grounded overview of the rapidly deteriorating situation in Bastar, where the state has in...

#Bastar Understanding the Current Level of State Violence in the Lead Up to the ‘Deadline’
May 22, Thurs, 2:30pm UTC
Register here: londonminingnetwork-org.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
#HumanRightsViolations #ClimateJustice
#ClimateAction #ClimateCrisis #LandGrabs

Press Statement by Coordination Committee for Peace 16 May Coordination Committee for Peace Condemns Deadly Anti-Naxal Operation in Karregutta: Demands Independent Investigation into Mass Killings

Press Statement by Coordination Committee for Peace, page 2

Press Statement by Coordination Committee for Peace, page 3

‼️ Escalating #HumanRightViolations by state forces continue to be reported in #Bastar.

Coordination Committee for Peace demands independent investigation, UN monitoring, stringent action against responsible personnel, announcement of ceasefire and initiation of peace talks.

Alert via InSAF India.

छत्तीसगढ़ के सुकमा जिले में शनिवार सुबह सुरक्षाकर्मियों और नक्सलियों के बीच मुठभेड़ हुई है। मुठभेड़ में अब तक 16 नक्सली के मारे जाने की खबर है। संख्या बढ़ भी सकती है। बस्तर आईजी सुंदरराज पी ने अपडेट देते हुए बताया कि 16 नक्सलियों के शव बरामद किए गए हैं। दो जवानों को मामूली चोटें आईं हैं
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#SukmaEncounter #Naxalites #Chhattisgarh #Bastar #CRPF #AntiNaxalOps #Bharatsamvad

Violence cannot bring change: HM Shah lauds security forces for eliminating 16 Maoists in Bastar Raipur, March 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) Union Home Minister Amit Shah has praised the security forces for their successful anti-Maoist operation in Chhattisgarh’s Sukma and Dantewada districts, where 16 Maoists were eliminated. In a post on X on Saturday, Shah said, “Another strike on Naxalism! Our security agencies have neutralized 16 Naxalites and recovered a massive cache of automatic weapons in an operation in Sukma.

Violence cannot bring change: HM Shah lauds security forces for eliminating 16 Maoists in Bastar #Violence #HMShah #Maoists #Bastar #socialnewsxyz

Field Notes: A Maoist Veteran Adjusts To Modern Bastar RAKSHA KUMAR

In 2015, to reach the forests of #Bastar, you had to walk 15 min out of the region’s small towns. Now, you have to drive 20 to 30 km. Raksha Kumar writes how big trucks & business are transforming the once-remote, embattled #Adivasi heartland

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Field Notes: A Maoist Veteran Adjusts To Modern Bastar RAKSHA KUMAR

Former Maoist-turned-shopkeeper, 82, tells Raksha Kumar she believed in the Maoist insurgency in #Bastar, India’s Adivasi heartland. But the problem, she says, is that the Maoists themselves have stopped believing in what they are fighting for

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Ahead of PM Modi’s visit to Chhattisgarh, CM puts up Bastar roadmap New Delhi, March 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Parliament House on Tuesday, unveiling an ambitious blueprint to transform Bastar from a Naxal-affected region into a thriving industrial hub. The meeting also touched on preparations for Prime Minister Modi’s upcoming visit to Chhattisgarh on March 30. During his visit, PM Modi is expected to address a rally in Mohbhatta village near Bilha in Bilaspur district and inaugurate several key development projects.

Ahead of PM Modi's visit to Chhattisgarh, CM puts up Bastar roadmap #AheadofPMModis #ChhattisgarhCM #Bastar #socialnewsxyz

In Adivasi Belt Of Bastar, Ban On Christian Burials By Hindutva Groups Reveals Chhattisgarh’s Rising Tide Of Bigotry Despite previous court orders and Constitutional guarantees, pastor Subhash Baghel, a Dalit Christian, was denied a grave next to his kin in his home village. His son Ramesh Baghel was forced to bury ...

Attacks on #Christians rose from 127 cases in 2014 to 834 in 2024, says non-profit United Christian Forum. In #Bastar, Hindutva-backed village councils enforce total socio-economic boycott of #Christians, violating Constitutional rights, finds Poonam Masih

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