Union Home Minister Amit Shah has issued a stark warning and a new deadline for the elimination of Naxalism, stating it will be eradicated before the next nationwide Directors General and Inspectors General of Police conference. The announcement was made during his address at the 60th DGsP and IGsP conference in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, underscoring the government’s firm commitment to national security.
Shah highlighted the success of the Modi government in resolving long-standing issues, including Naxalism, the North East insurgency, and the situation in Jammu and Kashmir. He pointed to concrete achievements such as the development of 586 fortified police stations, which have significantly contributed to reducing the number of Naxal-affected districts from 126 in 2014 to just 11 today. The Home Minister expressed optimism that these troubled regions will soon mirror the peace and stability found elsewhere in India.
The Home Minister also stressed the imperative for a robust and comprehensive strategy against narcotics and organized crime. He advocated for a focused approach that combines accurate intelligence, clear objectives, and coordinated enforcement actions by security forces. Emphasizing the need for seamless collaboration, Shah urged state police to work hand-in-hand with the Narcotics Control Bureau to dismantle drug trafficking rings and hold their leaders accountable. The DGsP and IGsP conference serves as a critical venue for developing such strategies, complemented by legislative reforms aimed at enhancing law enforcement capabilities and modernizing the criminal justice system.