Odisha strengthens security against Maoists, Bargarh declared free; focus on remaining affected districts

Union Home Minister Amit Shah aims to eliminate naxalism by March 2026, with Odisha playing a crucial role. Bargarh district is now naxal-free, reducing affected districts to nine. While Maoist activity declines overall, a recent resurgence in Sundargarh prompts strategy recalibration. Inspired By