Govt. action against Maoists ended fear in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar, new dawn of development rising: President Murmu

Key Highlights

• Speaking after inaugurating the three-day divisional-level Bastar Pandum festival in Jagdalpur, the headquarters of Bastar district, the President appealed to those who have renounced violence and joined the mainstream to trust the Constitution and democracy and not be misled by those seeking to divert them from the path of peace.
• "Bastar's natural beauty and rich cultural traditions have always attracted people, but the region unfortunately suffered for years due to the menace of Maoism," the President said.
• Noting that Naxalism caused the maximum damage to youth, tribals and Dalits, Ms.
• Murmu said that people associated with Maoist activities are now shunning violence, leading to the return of peace in the region.
• "Government of India's decisive action against Maoists resulted in bringing an end to the atmosphere of fear and distrust", she added.