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What happened
Naveen Patnaik, former Odisha Chief Minister and BJD president, hailed security personnel for killing six Maoists in Kandhamal district. He credited the State's focused efforts on socio-economic development, road connectivity, and pro-poor policies for reducing left-wing extremism activities. This matters as it shows progress in tackling a major internal security challenge while urging extremists to abandon violence and reintegrate into society.
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Key insights
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Role of Development: Focused socio-economic development and infrastructure improvements played a key role in reducing Maoist activities in Odisha.
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Security Focus: Kandhamal district remains a challenge for police but is now the primary focus area to eliminate left-wing extremism in the State.
Takeaways
Sustained government efforts combining security and development have significantly weakened Maoist presence in Odisha, signaling progress in internal security management.