large part of Bastar free of Naxalism menace: Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel
Claiming that a major portion of the Bastar region was now free of naxal insurgency, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel on Saturday hailed the security forces for their successes against the rebels.He was addressing a gathering of state police and paramilitary personnel on the occasion of New Year at Police Parade Ground here.His government has changed Chhattisgarh’s image as an insurgency-affected state, Baghel said. “I am happy that our police have been doing excellent work in naxal-affected areas. Naxalism is not just a law and order problem, but also a political and social problem. Security forces have set up camps