Chhattisgarh emerged as the epicenter of Left-wing extremist violence in India in 2024, accounting for more than 70% of such incidents nationwide, according to the Home Ministry. The data revealed a 25% decrease in such incidents across the country since 2019. Despite a previous downward trend, violence spiked in 2022 and 2023 as security operations intensified. The influence of Naxalites has considerably diminished, with the number of affected districts falling to 38 as of April 2024. Home Minister Amit Shah has set a target to eliminate Left-wing extremism by March 2026. This development marks a significant shift in the government’s approach to tackling insurgency in the region. Stay updated on the latest news and updates on this issue to understand the evolving security landscape in India.