From The New Indian Express
Center Owned by Express Publications (Madurai) Ltd.Armed Naxals Defeated, But Who Are The "Dimagi Naxals"?: PM Modi's Diwali speech at Bastar
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked Diwali in Bastar with CRPF personnel, declaring every district Naxal‑free and praising the end of decades‑long Maoist violence and the arrival of development such as new roads and schools. While celebrating the defeat of armed Naxals, he warned that ‘dimagi Naxals’ – ideological supporters who have infiltrated political parties and organisations – continue to instigate people against India’s Constitution and democracy. Modi urged the nation to identify and defeat these ideological elements to protect democratic institutions.
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left · 6 outlets
Celebrating Diwali with CRPF personnel in Bastar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the country must “identify and defeat” ideological supporters of Naxalism who have “infiltrated” parties and organisations
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center · 12 outlets
NEW DELHI : Prime Minister Narendra Modi will celebrate Diwali on Sunday along with security personnel in Chhattisgarh's Bastar, which was freed from the clutches of Naxals after several decades. "Heading to Bastar to celebrate Diwali with our brave security forces," Modi said in a post on 'X'. The…
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Diwali with security personnel in Chhattisgarh's Bastar on Sunday, November 8, describing the occasion as particularly significant as it marked the first Diwali after India's victory in its decades-long fight against Naxalism and Maoist extremism.
— India TV
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In a historic address from Bastar, PM Narendra Modi celebrates Diwali with brave jawans, marking a monumental victory over armed Naxalism. After decades of violence, the region is finally experiencing real development through new roads and schools. The Prime Minister pays heartfelt tribute to the…
