Indian Politics
PM Modi celebrates Diwali in Bastar, says Naxal terror ended
The Indian Express3h
THE BRIEF
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Diwali with security forces in Chhattisgarh's Bastar, stating that Naxal terror has ended due to their sacrifices and dedication.
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Modi noted that for the first time in 47 years, not a single CRPF jawan lost his life in the line of duty over the past year.
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He cited a World Bank report stating that 50 crore people in India have come out of extreme poverty over the past 12 years.