PM Modi Celebrates Diwali With Security Forces In Bastar, Says 'You Are My Family'

Bastar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Diwali with security forces personnel in Bastar, Chhattisgarh on Sunday, November 8. During this, he met the soldiers and appreciated their contribution in the security of the country. The Prime Minister said that all the soldiers who protect the country's borders and interior areas are part of his family. He said that when crores of Indians in the country and the world are celebrating Diwali with their families, then they have decided to celebrate this festival among the soldiers deployed in the security of the country.

Modi said that Diwali is an opportunity to share happiness with family and loved ones. He has also come among the soldiers on this special occasion, because the brave sons and daughters protecting the country are like his own family.

What did PM Modi say about celebrating Diwali in the forests of Bastar?

The Prime Minister said that this time he has decided to celebrate Diwali in the forests of Bastar. This is the same area where Naxalism once had a huge influence. He said that due to the sacrifice, sacrifice and dedication of the security forces, the influence of Naxalism has ended in the area and now a new beginning of development is taking place here.

Modi described the courage and hard work of the soldiers as the important basis of this change. According to him, the path to peace and development has opened in Bastar due to the efforts of the security forces.

A very special Diwali with our brave security forces in Bastar, Chhattisgarh. https://t.co/7I5aOQdMSk

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 8, 2026

When did PM Modi announce the end of Naxalism?

This visit of the Prime Minister has taken place at a time when the Central Government had announced the end of Naxalism from the country by 31 March 2026. Along with running security operations in Naxal-affected areas, the government also laid emphasis on development works. Central and state security forces worked together in this operation.

In this, CRPF, Cobra Battalion, District Reserve Guard (DRG) of Chhattisgarh Police and Special Task Force (STF) played an important role. Intelligence, drones, satellite imagery and modern surveillance techniques were used during the operation.

Which campaigns were launched against Naxalism?

Many major security operations were conducted to curb Naxal activities. Among these, Operation Black Forest was also considered important. Under this, security forces took action against Naxalite activities. New police stations, security camps and helipads were built in the affected areas. Better equipment and facilities were also provided to the soldiers.

What steps were taken to bring Naxalites into the mainstream?

The government also encouraged the Naxalites to surrender with security operations. For this, financial assistance and rehabilitation schemes were started. Emphasis was laid on providing facilities related to education, skill development, housing and employment to those who surrendered. Its objective was to connect the people who had given up their arms to the mainstream of society.

Which facilities were emphasised for development in Bastar?

To connect the remote areas of Bastar with development, work was done on road construction, mobile towers and digital connectivity. Apart from this, efforts were made to improve people's access to banking facilities, schools and hospitals.

Attention was also given to recruiting local youth into the security forces. The participation of Bastaria battalion and youth of districts like Bijapur, Sukma and Dantewada was considered important in this direction. PM Modi celebrating Diwali with soldiers underlines the contribution of security forces in Bastar and efforts for peace and development in the region.