PM Modi’s Bastar Diwali Visit: A 'Matter of Pride' for Chhattisgarh
PM Narendra Modi visits Bastar to celebrate Diwali with security forces, warning against 'Dimagi Naxals' while CM Vishnu Deo Sai hails the move.
In a significant gesture of solidarity and recognition, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Bastar to celebrate Diwali with the security personnel deployed in the region. This PM Modi Bastar Diwali visit has been hailed as a monumental moment for the state, with Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai describing the event as a "matter of pride" for the entire region.
A Boost to Morale in the Heart of Bastar
Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai expressed deep gratitude to the Prime Minister for spending the festival of lights with the jawans. According to the CM, the Prime Minister's presence among the troops serves as a powerful validation of their courage and sacrifice. Sai noted that the interaction would significantly boost the morale of the security forces who have been instrumental in restoring peace to an area once heavily gripped by Naxalism.
Reflecting on the region's transformation, the Chief Minister stated:
"Bastar was once Naxal-affected. With the blessings of the PM, Naxalism has been eliminated from there. With the great valour of the jawans there, there is peace and development there. PM's arrival among the jawans there and celebrating with them is an honour to their valour."
The Chief Minister further emphasized that the state is committed to continuing the trajectory of growth, pledging to take Bastar further along the path of comprehensive development.
The Warning Against 'Dimagi Naxals'
While the celebrations marked a victory over armed insurgency, Prime Minister Modi issued a stern warning during his address to the security personnel. He cautioned that while the physical presence of armed Naxalites in the forests has been largely wiped out, a more subtle threat remains.
The Prime Minister introduced the concept of "Dimagi Naxals" (intellectual Naxalites), claiming that these individuals continue to pose a challenge to the nation's stability. He alleged that these elements have infiltrated various organisations and even political parties to incite people against the democracy and the Constitution of India.
Key Highlights from PM Modi's Address:
- The Hidden Threat: The PM stressed that the threat is not over despite the elimination of armed combatants.
- Infiltration: He warned that "Dimagi Naxals" are operating within different organisations to undermine the state.
- Call to Action: He urged the identification and defeat of these elements to ensure the long-term security of the nation.
Empowering the Forces
During his interaction, Prime Minister Modi also took a swipe at previous administrations. He accused past governments of restricting the operational freedom of security personnel engaged in anti-Naxal operations. The Prime Minister asserted that his government has shifted this approach, granting the forces the necessary authority to make critical decisions on the ground to effectively neutralize threats.