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Chhattisgarh to cut security cover for 116 Bastar leaders amid Maoist decline
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 30 Oct 2026, 04:07 PM
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The Chhattisgarh government has decided to reduce the security cover for 116 leaders in Bastar, citing a significant decline in Maoist violence in the region.
The Chhattisgarh state government has announced a decision to scale down the security arrangements for 116 prominent leaders in the Bastar region. This move is a direct response to the sustained reduction in Maoist insurgent activity across the area.
Officials indicated that the decision follows a thorough assessment of the security situation, which has shown a marked improvement in recent times. The reduction in violent incidents has allowed the administration to review and adjust the security protocols accordingly.
The leaders included in this category are those who were previously placed under heightened security due to threats from left-wing extremists. The state government aims to balance security needs with the normalcy of public life as the region stabilizes.
This administrative step reflects the broader trend of peace and stability returning to parts of Chhattisgarh that were previously affected by Naxalite violence. The government continues to monitor the situation to ensure the safety of all public figures.
Officials indicated that the decision follows a thorough assessment of the security situation, which has shown a marked improvement in recent times. The reduction in violent incidents has allowed the administration to review and adjust the security protocols accordingly.
The leaders included in this category are those who were previously placed under heightened security due to threats from left-wing extremists. The state government aims to balance security needs with the normalcy of public life as the region stabilizes.
This administrative step reflects the broader trend of peace and stability returning to parts of Chhattisgarh that were previously affected by Naxalite violence. The government continues to monitor the situation to ensure the safety of all public figures.