PM Modi Praises Republic's Editor-in-Chief Arnab Goswami for Exposing 'Urban Naxals'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, speaking at Republic TV’s Plenary Summit today, declared that Naxalism in India is nearing its end, with the number of affected districts reducing significantly due to his government’s “Nation First” approach. However, he cautioned that while Left-wing extremism is being wiped out from the jungles, its influence is growing in urban centers.

"Earlier, over 100 districts were affected by Naxalism, but now it has been reduced to fewer than two dozen districts. This has been possible only because we worked with a Nation First approach," Modi stated.

‘Urban Naxals’ Infiltrating Political Parties

PM Modi expressed concerns that ‘Urban Naxals’ are expanding their network within mainstream politics. He stated that political parties that once opposed them have now been infiltrated by them.

"Today, we can hear the voices of Urban Naxals within these parties," he said, adding that they are staunch opponents of India's progress.

Modi Praises Republic's Editor-in-Chief 

During his speech, PM Modi lauded Republic TV’s Editor-in-Chief, Arnab Goswami, for taking on the responsibility of exposing Urban Naxals.

"Arnab has also taken the responsibility of exposing Urban Naxals. We must remain vigilant against them," he said.

India Overcoming Challenges, Says PM

Concluding his address, PM Modi expressed confidence that India is successfully tackling its challenges and reaching new heights.

“Today’s India is overcoming every challenge and reaching new heights,” he said.

His remarks come amid ongoing debates on Naxalism and its changing nature, from armed insurgencies in forests to ideological movements in urban centers.