Historic Anti-Naxal Operation on Chhattisgarh-Telangana Border Kills 31 Naxalites

In a monumental success for India’s anti-Naxal operations, security forces have killed 31 Naxalites in the largest-ever operation against the insurgent group, conducted on the Karreguttalu Hill (KGH) on the Chhattisgarh-Telangana border. The operation, which lasted 21 days, marks a significant step toward achieving a ‘Naxal-free India’ by 2026, with no casualties among security forces.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah hailed the success of the operation, stating that Karreguttalu Hill, once a stronghold for Naxals, now proudly hoists the Indian tricolour. This strategic location had been a central hub for several Naxal groups, including the PLGA Battalion and the CRC Company, where planning and training took place. The security forces, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, have shown determination in rooting out Naxalism from its core.

Shah commended the bravery of the CRPF, STF, and DRG personnel who faced immense challenges, including harsh weather conditions and the difficult, rugged terrain of KGH. “The entire country is proud of their courage and resilience,” said Shah.

The operation, which ran from April 21 to May 11, 2025, resulted in the destruction of 214 Naxal hideouts and the recovery of 35 weapons, 450 IEDs, 818 BGL shells, and over 12,000 kg of food supplies. The security forces also dismantled four Naxal technical units used for manufacturing explosives and weapons. Despite the extreme conditions, including temperatures exceeding 45°C, the morale of the forces remained high, enabling the mission to be carried out with precision.

This operation serves as a powerful example of coordination between central and state agencies, as well as the Modi government’s “Whole of Government” approach. It involved a multi-agency special team that used a combination of technical and human intelligence to plan and execute the operation successfully.

The success of this operation is part of a broader strategy to weaken the Naxal insurgency in the country. Over the past few years, Naxal-affected areas have significantly reduced, with the number of Naxal incidents falling drastically from 1,080 in 2014 to just 374 in 2024. Additionally, the number of Naxal-related casualties has decreased, highlighting the effectiveness of the ongoing anti-Naxal efforts.

With 197 Naxalites neutralized in the first four months of 2025 alone, and a steady decline in Naxal activity, the government remains committed to ensuring that the region becomes completely free of Naxal influence by March 2026.

The success at Karreguttalu Hill is a critical milestone in the ongoing fight against Naxalism, symbolizing a major blow to one of India’s most persistent security challenges.