RAIPUR,CG: Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai underline the need of effective eradication of Naxalism in the state with pro-active action and initiatives.

He was chairing the Unified Command meeting at Circuit House in Raipur on Friday. He stated that Naxal activities in Chhattisgarh are declining. He attributed the success to the effective joint operations conducted by the Central Security Forces and Chhattisgarh Police, with better and improved coordination.

He said the state government has intensified the naxal operation in Chhattisgarh along with accelerating the development efforts under the government’s new “Niyad Nellaner Yojana”, which has increased public trust in the government and administration.

He asked officials to prioritise development projects in Naxal-affected areas, focusing on completing high-quality road construction, bridges, and other government projects within the stipulated timeframe. He also called for ensuring security arrangements to expedite ongoing construction work in these areas.

The meeting focused on enhancing the police intelligence network in Naxal-affected regions and conducting anti-Naxal campaigns with the support and trust of local villagers.

Discussion was held on the issues faced by security personnel in the Naxal-affected areas.

Chief Minister asked the officials to ensure the availability of essential facilities and resources at security force camps.

He asked the officials to improve coordination with neighbouring states, particularly Maharashtra, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Odisha.

It includes joint operations in border areas, surveillance of connecting routes by security forces, and information sharing.

The Chief Minister emphasised that local villagers should not face any inconvenience during anti-Naxal operations.

Deputy Chief Minister and Home Minister Vijay Sharma, Chief Secretary Amitabh Jain, DGP Ashok Juneja, Additional Chief Secretary (Home) Manoj Pingua, senior officials from the Union Ministry of Home Affairs, Home Department of State Government, Central Security Forces, State Police, and various development agencies were present.