In a recent development, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has launched extensive searches across four Naxal-affected states, including Punjab and Uttar Pradesh, in response to concerns over student involvement in Left-wing extremism. The agency's investigations uncovered that several organizations and student wings were allegedly engaged in recruiting cadres and promoting Naxal ideology, which aims to wage war against the Government of India. The NIA has accused these groups of conspiring to commit acts of terror and violence, highlighting the ongoing threat posed by Naxalism in the country. [1e38c71b]
This crackdown comes as Union Home Minister Amit Shah reiterated the government's commitment to eradicate Naxal violence by March 2026 during a recent address in Chhattisgarh. Shah emphasized that Naxalism has claimed approximately 17,000 lives over the past four decades and that the government is actively working on strategies to reintegrate Naxalites into society. [3fe83371]
On the same day as the NIA's operations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Maharashtra to lay the foundation stone for the Vadhvan Port project, which is valued at Rs 76,000 crores. Modi will also address the Global Fintech Fest 2024, showcasing the government's focus on infrastructure and economic development amidst ongoing security challenges. [1e38c71b]
In Manipur, Chief Minister N Biren Singh has called on the Kuki Inpi Manipur (KIM) to support the implementation of the National Register of Citizens (NRC) to address issues related to illegal immigration, which has been a contributing factor to ethnic clashes in the region. Singh's appeal comes amid rising tensions and violence between the Kuki and Meitei communities. [8f262d21]
Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi has been vocal about the situation in Manipur, urging Prime Minister Modi to visit the state and address the crisis that has displaced thousands. Gandhi criticized the government's handling of the violence and pledged that Congress and INDI Alliance MPs will continue to raise the issue in Parliament until peace is restored. [6b1e5b81] [f4dce662]
Congress MP Kiran Kumar Chamala condemned Amit Shah for not adequately addressing the Manipur crisis, accusing him of diverting attention from critical issues. Gandhi reiterated his commitment to fighting for the rights of those affected by the violence, emphasizing the need for justice and support for the impacted communities. [6b1e5b81]