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PM Modi to celebrate Diwali in Naxal-hit Bastar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting Bastar to celebrate Diwali with security forces involved in Ant-Naxal operations. He emphasizes the significant transformation in the region, which is now…

Modi heads to Bastar for Diwali with security forces
Modi heads to Bastar for Diwali with security forces — image via Economic Times — Credit: Economic Times

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting Bastar to celebrate Diwali with security forces involved in Ant-Naxal operations. He emphasizes the significant transformation in the region, which is now experiencing development and peace. Recent accomplishments of the CRPF include a year without operational fatalities due to improved strategies and equipment. Home Minister Amit Shah is actively promoting policies to encourage former Naxals to surrender and reintegrate into society.

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