Union Home Minister Amit Shah reiterated the government's determination to eradicate Left-wing extremism in Chhattisgarh by March 31, 2026. Speaking at an event to commemorate the Chhattisgarh Police receiving the President's Colour Award, Shah praised the state police for their efforts in battling Maoist insurgency. He also urged Maoists to surrender and take advantage of the state government's surrender policy, while highlighting the significant decrease in fatalities among security forces and citizens due to the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.