Summary of Ground Reality of PM Modi and Amit Shah's Plan To End Naxalism By 2026 ft. Sonal | Jist

The video report explores the ground reality of the Indian government’s plan, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah, to end Naxalism by 2026, focusing on Chandameta village in Bastar, Chhattisgarh—a region once a stronghold and training hub for Naxalites. Although officially declared Naxal-free, the village and surrounding areas reveal a complex and incomplete picture of development and governance.

Key Points:

  1. Delayed Government Presence and Development:
    • Despite India’s technological achievements like the Chandrayaan moon mission, government outreach to remote tribal areas like Chandameta has been extremely delayed, taking nearly 78 years post-independence.
    • The Maoists (Naxalites) filled the void left by the absence of government and administration, gaining support by addressing local grievances and enforcing their own rules.
    • Basic amenities such as roads, electricity, schools, ration shops, and water supply have only recently started to appear, often limited to areas near security camps.
    • Many facilities remain incomplete or irregularly functional, e.g., schools with only one teacher who does not come regularly, ration shops under construction, and water still fetched from creeks despite some solar hand pumps installed.
  2. Local Perspectives and Experiences:
    • Villagers recall how Naxalites used to visit, collect food, hold meetings discouraging cooperation with police, and how some locals joined the movement.
    • Surrendered Naxalites report feeling abandoned by the government post-surrender, with promises of financial aid, housing, and rehabilitation largely unfulfilled.
    • Fear and distrust linger on both sides: villagers feared Maoists and police alike, caught between two armed forces.
    • Many villagers remain unaware of basic democratic representatives such as the Prime Minister, Chief Minister, MLA, or even their own Sarpanch, and have only recently participated in voting.
  3. Government’s Strategy and Challenges:
    • Bastar’s IG P Sundar Raj acknowledges the long-standing nature of the Naxal problem and highlights challenges like difficult terrain, poor connectivity, and low security force density.
    • The government has increased security camps and forces to fill administrative and security vacuums, improving governance reach.
    • The official target is to eradicate Naxalism by March 31, 2026, with a clear timeline and strategic roadmap, unlike previous announcements made in 2010.
    • Progress is visible but uneven, with some areas still lacking basic development, raising concerns about sustainability and inclusiveness.
  4. Maoist Ideology and Root Causes:
    • Former Maoists and sympathizers emphasize that Naxalism stems from deep-rooted economic, social, and political problems: unemployment, poverty, lack of education, drug abuse, and exploitation of tribal lands.
    • They argue that the ideology persists because these fundamental issues remain unresolved.
    • Even those who have left the movement retain sympathy for the cause, feeling that the government and outsiders have not truly addressed tribal rights and livelihoods.
  5. Conclusion and Outlook:
    • While the government claims areas like Chandameta are Naxal-free on paper, the lived reality shows partial development, ongoing hardships, and a lack of full integration with democratic processes.
    • For lasting peace and eradication of Naxalism, comprehensive development must reach all parts of the region, not just areas near security camps.
    • There is a critical need for the government to build trust with tribal populations by fulfilling promises, ensuring rehabilitation for surrendered militants, and addressing socio-economic grievances.
    • The video ends with a cautious note on whether the 2026 deadline is achievable without addressing these core issues.

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