Overview
- Union home minister Amit Shah said there will be no ceasefire and assured that police will not fire on Maoists who lay down arms.
- He reiterated the goal of ending violent Naxalism by March 31, 2026, citing intensified operations and sharp declines in casualties and arms supplies.
- The Centre said surrendering cadres would receive a red‑carpet welcome under a lucrative rehabilitation policy.
- Chhattisgarh home minister Vijay Sharma confirmed the authenticity of a Maoist letter and voice note and asked rebels to remove IEDs as a test of sincerity.
- CPI general secretary D. Raja urged the government to accept dialogue proposed by Maoists and questioned transparency around ongoing operations.