Current Events Current Affairs Analysis
Mission Sankalp, a massive anti-Naxal operation along the Chhattisgarh–Telangana border, entered its third week, with confirmed Maoist casualties and strategic gains.
Launched by:Security forces under the joint command of Chhattisgarh Police, Telangana Police, CRPF, and CoBRA.
Area of Operation:Karregutta hills,Bijapur district (Chhattisgarh) – Mulugu district (Telangana)border.
Objective:
oFlush out top Maoist leaders, especially Battalion 1 of thePeople’s Liberation Guerrilla Army(armed wing of CPI-Maoist).
oDismantle fortified Maoist hideouts anddestroy logistics bases and bunkers.
Key Features:
oTroop Mobilisation:24,000+ personnel from DRG, STF, Bastar Fighters, CRPF, CoBRA, and Indian Air Force.
oPrecision Strikes:Use of air surveillance and intelligence-led operations in tough terrains.
oRecoveries:Over 1,000 kg of explosives, ration stockpiles, detonators, medical kits, and electronic equipment from hideouts.
Strategic Significance:
oLargest Inter-State Operation:Reflects unprecedented joint coordination between central and state forces.
oDecapitates Leadership:Aims to paralyse the Maoist chain of command in core forest zones.
oBoosts Civil Governance:Paves way for infrastructure and welfare delivery in Maoist-hit tribal belts.
oNational Security Impact:Aligns withCentre’s zero-tolerance policyon Left Wing Extremism.
oMorale Boost:Signals state dominance in previously no-go areas; crucial in restoring civilian confidence.