Guwahati, February 19 Asserting that Naxalism is nearing its end, CRPF Director General GP Singh said on Thursday that the menace will be eradicated from the country by March, as announced by Home Minister Amit Shah.
Addressing the DG's parade of the force in Guwahati, he said that the CRPF has taken decisive steps, in joint operations with other security agencies, against Naxalites in the last year.
"In the operations against Naxals, we have achieved unprecedented success. Decisive steps have been taken in the joint operations with other security agencies," he said, highlighting the role of the General Duty battalion and CoBRA Commandos of the CRPF.
"Naxalism is nearing its end. Through our joint operations, Naxalism is largely over. It will be eradicated by March 2026, as announced by our Union Home Minister," Singh said.
Referring to the force's role in Jammu and Kashmir, the DG said that it is involved in joint operations against militants and commended the personnel for setting up camps in areas with heavy snowfall and ensuring security in those regions.
Singh also lauded the personnel deployed in the North East, especially in Manipur, where the force is maintaining law and order.
"Our force has been able to gain the trust of the people in the region as a neutral agency," he said.
The DG recalled the personnel who were martyred in the line of duty and affirmed the support of the CRPF for the families of the deceased.
He also discussed the measures being pursued by the force for the physical and mental well-being of the personnel and the welfare of their families, including addressing healthcare needs.
Singh presented 61 medals, eight trophies, and one citation during the event.
The best Forward Operating Base among those established in Naxal-affected areas over the past year also received a citation from the Director General.
The parade was commanded by Deepak Daundiyal, a commandant-level officer. The contingent commanders of the sectors were officers of the rank of assistant commandant.
The DG's parade was held ahead of the Force's 87th Anniversary Parade, which will be attended by Shah on Saturday, with both events being conducted in the North East for the first time.
Ceremonial marching contingents from various CRPF formations, demonstrations on traditional martial arts of the country, and a showcase of modern operational equipment and capabilities, reflecting the Force's preparedness to meet emerging security challenges, were performed during the DG's parade.
A similar display will also be put up during the Anniversary Parade, CRPF officials said.
During the Anniversary Day Parade, 26 awards, including six Distinguished Service Medals and five trophies, will be presented by the Union Home Minister.
Shah will also honour the best battalions of the three theaters where the CRPF is deployed with trophies.
