The Press Information Bureau (PIB), Nagpur, collaborated with Gadchiroli Police to organize a media workshop on the theme 'Naxal Mukt Bharat'. The event was attended by several journalists from the district and featured presentations by senior police officials, subject experts, and media professionals.
The Press Information Bureau (PIB), Nagpur, in collaboration with Gadchiroli Police, organized a one-day VARTALAP Media Workshop on November 4, 2026, at Eklavya Hall, Police Headquarters, Gadchiroli. The event brought together several journalists from the district to discuss the changing security and development landscape of the region in the context of the country's efforts to combat Left Wing Extremism.
The programme commenced with Shri Saurabh Khekde, Media and Communication Officer, PIB Nagpur, welcoming the distinguished guests. He highlighted the importance of VARTALAP as a platform for interaction between the Government and the media and emphasized the role of regional journalists in disseminating accurate information about government initiatives and developments in the region.
Addressing the gathering virtually, Shri Sandeep Patil, Special Inspector General of Police, Anti Naxal Operations ANO, Nagpur Range, spoke on the subject of Urban Maoism and its wider implications. He highlighted how Gadchiroli has transformed from a Maoist-affected region into a Naxal-free district through sustained efforts, determined security operations, and several operations of national importance.
Shri P. Y. Ramana, Policy Analyst, delivered a session on Maoist Economics, explaining the economic dimensions of Left Wing Extremism and its links with local resources and economic activities. The discussion highlighted the significance of mineral wealth, local economic structures, and the financial networks associated with Maoist activities.
Providing an operational overview, Shri M. Ramesh, Superintendent of Police, Gadchiroli, spoke about the district's journey in combating Left Wing Extremism and the changing security scenario over the years. He highlighted the progress made in containing Maoist activities through sustained security operations, improved intelligence gathering, and coordinated action.
Shri Kartik Lokhande, Senior journalist, spoke on the post-Maoism scenario and discussed the changing situation in regions affected by Left Wing Extremism. The session highlighted the importance of documenting the transition taking place in such areas and bringing development-related changes and ground realities to public attention.
The VARTALAP emphasized the responsibility of regional media in reporting on the changing social and economic conditions, the impact of security operations, and the rehabilitation of affected communities.
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Press Information Bureau
