3 Things Maoist encounters, Indian Railways post COVID, and 1984 anti-Sikh riots ruling
Feb 26, 2025
The podcast delves into the Indian government's aggressive approach to ending Maoism, aiming for eradication by 2026. It highlights the resurgence of Indian Railways post-COVID, especially the growing revenue from AC class travel. Finally, it addresses the significant ruling against a former Congress MP for his involvement in the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, shedding light on the ongoing quest for justice and the challenges faced by the victims' families.
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Unprecedented Maoist Encounters
- Recent Maoist encounters in India are unusually one-sided, with significantly more casualties among Maoists.
- This differs from previous encounters, which typically involved casualties on both sides.
Government Approaches to Maoism
- Previous Indian governments acknowledged Maoism as a serious internal security threat and implemented strategies like Operation Green Hunt.
- The "clear, hold, and develop" policy aimed to establish state presence and development in Maoist-affected areas.
Key to Defeating Maoism
- State police forces, not central forces, are key to defeating Maoism because of their local knowledge and stake in the outcome.
- Local police know the terrain, language, and people, making them more effective than temporarily deployed central forces.