PM Modi to celebrate Deepavali with forces in Bastar that was once den of Maoists
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to celebrate Diwali with security forces in Bastar, a region previously impacted by Maoist insurgency. The visit highlights the government's claim that the area has been successfully cleared of militant activity and is now focused on development.
Why it matters
This event serves as a symbolic victory for the current administration's internal security policies and its efforts to project stability in historically volatile regions.
New Delhi Prime Minister Narendra Modi will celebrate Deepavali on Sunday (November 8, 2026) along with security personnel in Chhattisgarh's Bastar, which was freed from the clutches of Maoists after several decades. PM Modi conveys Deepavali greetings, says will celebrate the festival with soldiers storyline 1 "Heading to Bastar to celebrate Diwali with our brave security forces," Mr. Modi said in a post on 'X'. The Prime Minister said Bastar is an area where Maoism once held sway but now, development is flourishing. "I am going to salute our brave security personnel for their sacrifices, selfless service and unwavering devotion to the nation," he said. The Central Armed Police Forces and personnel of the Chhattisgarh Police have been deployed in Bastar. They were deeply involved in the anti-Maoist operations.
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