PM Modi Calls for Sustained Vigil Against Maoism
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has asked chief secretaries of all states and Union territories to ensure that Maoist insurgency does not regain ground in regions where it has been significantly weakened. The directive was issued during a conference of chief secretaries, where the Prime Minister reviewed governance priorities and internal security concerns.
Modi underlined that the decline of left-wing extremism in recent years should not lead to complacency. He stressed that sustained development and effective delivery of welfare schemes are essential to prevent the return of extremist influence. According to officials present at the meeting, the Prime Minister emphasised that infrastructure projects, education, healthcare, drinking water supply, housing and livelihood generation must continue at pace in affected and formerly affected districts.
Focus on Development and Governance Reforms
The Prime Minister also highlighted the importance of rehabilitation of surrendered Maoists and integrating them into mainstream society. He said long-term peace in these areas depends on economic opportunity, social inclusion and responsive administration rather than security measures alone.
During the meeting, Modi urged states to establish deregulation cells to simplify rules and reduce bureaucratic hurdles. He encouraged state governments to adopt the Centre’s project monitoring mechanisms to minimise delays in infrastructure execution and improve accountability.
Review of Key Sectors
Chief secretaries shared updates on reforms related to ease of doing business, education, skilling and human capital development. The Prime Minister reviewed progress under major central schemes and flagged concerns over implementation gaps in some drinking water and infrastructure projects, calling for timely corrective action.
Maoist violence has declined sharply over the past decade, but security agencies maintain that pockets of influence still remain in parts of central and eastern India. The Prime Minister’s message was clear that governance, development and vigilance must go hand in hand to ensure that the threat does not re-emerge.
