Neemach, April 17 -- Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Thursday that the Centre has resolved to completely eliminate Naxalites from the country by March 31, 2026 and that the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) would play an important role in achieving the objective.

Shah participated in a parade marking the 86th Central Reserve Police Force Day at Neemuch district headquarters of Madhya Pradesh. Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav, CRPF Director General Gyanendra Pratap Singh and other senior officers were also present at the event.

In his address, Shah referred to the glorious history of CRPF officers and jawans. He thanked the personnel of CoBRA force (Commando Battalion for Resolute Action), saying Naxalites were now confined to only ...