New Delhi | 30 March 2026

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday stated that Maoism has been largely eradicated from the Bastar region, marking a significant shift towards peace and development in areas once affected by Left Wing Extremism (LWE). Speaking in the Lok Sabha during a debate on efforts to eliminate extremism, he said the government’s focused initiatives have helped restore normalcy and improve governance in these regions.

Highlighting the historical impact of Maoist violence, Shah noted that nearly 12 states were once part of the so-called “Red Corridor,” where law and order had significantly weakened. He added that around 12 crore people lived in prolonged poverty due to instability, and nearly 20,000 lives, including 5,000 security personnel, were lost over the years. He emphasised that sustained security operations and development-focused policies have played a key role in reversing the situation.

Meanwhile, the Lok Sabha also passed the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (Amendment) Bill, 2025, aimed at addressing delays and improving procedural efficiency in insolvency resolution. The Bill, which incorporates recommendations from a Select Committee, seeks to strengthen the legal framework governing the resolution of stressed assets and companies.

In the Rajya Sabha, discussions were held on the Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, reflecting continued legislative focus on strengthening administrative and security frameworks. The day’s proceedings in Parliament highlighted the government’s dual emphasis on internal security and economic reforms as part of its broader governance Maoism Nearly Eliminated in Bastar, Says Amit Shah; Parliament Takes Up Key Legislative Business

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday stated that Maoism has been largely eradicated from the Bastar region, marking a significant shift towards peace and development in areas once affected by Left Wing Extremism (LWE). Speaking in the Lok Sabha during a debate on efforts to eliminate extremism, he said the government’s focused initiatives have helped restore normalcy and improve governance in these regions.

Highlighting the historical impact of Maoist violence, Shah noted that nearly 12 states were once part of the so-called “Red Corridor,” where law and order had significantly weakened. He added that around 12 crore people lived in prolonged poverty due to instability, and nearly 20,000 lives, including 5,000 security personnel, were lost over the years. He emphasised that sustained security operations and development-focused policies have played a key role in reversing the situation.

Meanwhile, the Lok Sabha also passed the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (Amendment) Bill, 2025, aimed at addressing delays and improving procedural efficiency in insolvency resolution. The Bill, which incorporates recommendations from a Select Committee, seeks to strengthen the legal framework governing the resolution of stressed assets and companies.

In the Rajya Sabha, discussions were held on the Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, reflecting continued legislative focus on strengthening administrative and security frameworks. The day’s proceedings in Parliament highlighted the government’s dual emphasis on internal security and economic reforms as part of its broader governance agenda.