Amit Shah welcomes surrender of 50 Naxalites in Chhattisgarh, declares Naxalism will be 'history' by 2026

New Delhi, Mar 30: Union Home Minister Amit Shah welcomed the surrender of 50 Naxalites in Bijapur, Chhattisgarh, calling it a major step towards peace and development in the region. Surrender happened a few hours before PM reached Chhattisgarh.

Amit Shah urged others still involved in the movement to abandon violence and join the mainstream, emphasising the government's policy of rehabilitation for those who renounced arms.

In a post on social media platform X, Amit Shah stated, “It is a matter of great joy that 50 Naxalites in Bijapur (Chhattisgarh) surrendered, abandoning the path of violence. I welcome those who leave violence and weapons and join the mainstream of development.” He reiterated the Modi government's stance on Naxalism, asserting that "Modi ji's policy is clear—any Naxalite who leaves weapons and adopts the path of development will be rehabilitated and connected to the mainstream.” Shah also made a strong declaration about the future of Naxalism in India, saying, “After March 31, 2026, Naxalism will become history in the country. This is our resolution.” Among the 50 surrendered Naxalites, 14 had a cumulative reward of ₹68 lakh on their heads, according to a senior police official. The surrender took place in the presence of senior officials from the state police and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF).