In Lok Sabha, Union Home Minister said that barring one, the entire leadership of Maoists had been wiped out in the past two years.

• The central government aimed to make all affected districts Naxal-free by March 2026 through an integrated approach of Dialogue, Security, and Coordination.

How has a multi-pronged approach helped India tackle LWE?

• SAMADHAN Strategy: It encompasses the entire strategy for security operations, ranging from short-term policy to long-term policy formulated at different levels.
• Development Interventions: E.g. Special Central Assistance (SCA) for most LWE affected districts to fill the critical gaps in Public Infrastructure and Services.
  • It also includes measures like Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan, Aspirational District Programme, etc.
• Surrender and Rehabilitation Policy: Rehabilitated cadres receive financial assistance and a monthly stipend for vocational training.
• Strengthened Security Infrastructure & Technology: E.g., Use of cutting-edge technologies, including location tracking, drone surveillance, satellite imaging, AI-based data analytics, and mobile data analysis, are being heavily utilized. 
• Financial Crackdown: Target funding sources through the Prevention of Money Laundering Act enforcement and fund seizures.