Gadchiroli Maoist-Free, Focus on Development: Fadnavis Nagpur: As the Centre's deadline to end Maoist insurgency expired at midnight on Tuesday, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis declared Gadchiroli district free of Left Wing Extremism (LWE), marking a pivotal moment in the region's prolonged struggle against insurgency. In an exclusive interview with The Times of India, Fadnavis emphasized the government's shift from conflict resolution to transformative development, positioning Gadchiroli as a major investment destination driven by mining and infrastructure. The declaration came amid a broader national effort to dismantle Maoist networks, spearheaded by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Fadnavis highlighted the success of this initiative, noting that while many Maoists were rehabilitated, those who continued violent activities were neutralized. "This milestone in Maharashtra reflects the collaborative efforts of the central and state governments," he stated. With the insurgency effectively curbed, the government has launched an ambitious development roadmap. Fadnavis outlined plans to transform Gadchiroli into a "Viksit Gadchiroli," focusing on business, education, transportation, and industrial growth. The district is set to become Maharashtra's first national steel hub, with projects including roads, railways, and an airport. "Comprehensive growth will ensure equitable opportunities for all communities," he added. Progress is already underway. Gondwana University has partnered with an Australian institution to enable tribal students to pursue part of their education abroad. State and national highways are being expanded, and dedicated mining corridors have been approved to facilitate the movement of heavy vehicles.#devendra_fadnavis #amit_shah #gadchiroli_district #narendra_moddi #mallojula_venugopal_rao
