In his first visit as Director General (DG) of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Shri Gyanendra Pratap Singh, IPS, conducted a strategic review meeting at Range Bijapur, Chhattisgarh, emphasizing enhanced coordination and operational strategies to combat Naxalism in the region.
The meeting included senior CRPF and state police officers, focusing on strengthening inter-agency coordination, intelligence-sharing, and proactive counter-insurgency measures. The discussions underscored the need for:
- Joint operations between CRPF and Chhattisgarh Police for better area domination and intelligence-based action.
- Upgraded tactical and surveillance strategies to disrupt Naxal movement and influence.
- Increased use of technology, UAVs, and satellite mapping to track insurgent activities.
- Boosting community outreach and civic action programs to gain local support and address grievances.
Bijapur remains one of the most Naxal-affected regions, requiring sustained security measures and development-driven initiatives.
Under DG G.P. Singh’s leadership, CRPF aims to intensify operations while ensuring local engagement, aiming for long-term peace and stability in Left-Wing Extremism (LWE) areas.
