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Jugal Purohit
BBC reporter in India who investigated the Maoist insurgency and the District Reserve Guard, reporting from frontline areas in Chhattisgarh for this episode.
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Nov 22, 2025
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Inside India's war on Maoists
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Jugal Purohit, a BBC reporter, shares his insights from the frontline of India's ongoing battle against Maoist insurgents. He discusses the origins and brutal tactics of the Maoists, the government's ambitious plan to eliminate them by 2026, and the role of the controversial District Reserve Guard in countering violence. Meanwhile, Thuong Le takes us to Thailand's Buffalo Racing Festival, celebrating the cultural significance of buffaloes in agriculture and the spirited chaos of the races, blending tradition with community bonding.
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