Sachin Pilot Advocates for Transparent Anti-Maoist Operations in Chhattisgarh

Congress leader Sachin Pilot has called for anti-Maoist operations in Chhattisgarh to be conducted transparently and without political influence. His remarks come in response to Union Home Minister Amit Shah's announcement that operations will continue during the monsoon season, a time typically marked by a pause due to adverse weather conditions. Pilot emphasized the importance of accountability and effective action against Maoists, highlighting the need for a focus on internal security. The central government aims to eliminate Maoism by March 2026, while recent reports indicate significant casualties among suspected Maoists in the region. Families of the deceased have raised concerns about the classification of those killed as Maoists, claiming many were civilians.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 23, 2025, 16:54 IST

Pilot Calls for Non-Politicized Security Measures

On Monday, Congress leader Sachin Pilot emphasized the importance of conducting security operations against Maoists in a transparent manner, urging that these efforts should remain free from political influence.

While addressing the media in Chhattisgarh, where he oversees the party's operations, Pilot responded to comments made by Union Home Minister Amit Shah.

Shah had announced on Sunday that anti-Maoist operations would persist throughout the monsoon season, a time when such activities are typically paused due to challenging weather conditions that complicate operations in dense forest areas.

Pilot stated that any actions taken against Maoists must be effective and transparent, devoid of political motivations. He remarked, “This is a matter of internal security.”

He further insisted that any measures should be carefully considered and accountable, emphasizing the need for action on the ground rather than mere rhetoric.

The central government has pledged to eradicate Maoism by March 31, 2026, a commitment reiterated by Shah.

Chhattisgarh's Chief Minister, Vishnu Deo Sai, reported that over 400 suspected Maoists were killed in the Bastar region during the 2024-2025 period.

According to police reports, 186 suspected Maoists lost their lives in confrontations with security forces in the Bastar area in 2025.

In the previous year, security forces were responsible for the deaths of 217 suspected Maoists across Chhattisgarh.

Reports indicate that while many of those killed in Bastar were labeled as reward-carrying Maoists, families of the deceased contest these claims, asserting that many were civilians.