Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrates Diwali with security personnel in Bastar
Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Diwali with security personnel in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar region. He paid tribute to the sacrifices of armed forces and security personnel. The visit highlighted the government’s claim that Bastar has become free from Left-Wing Extremism. Modi also conveyed Diwali greetings to citizens across India. The event connected national security, internal security and regional development. Bastar remains important for examinations because of its historical association with Maoist violence and counter-insurgency operations.
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Bastar is located in which Indian state?
Answer: (b) Chhattisgarh
Bastar is a major region of southern Chhattisgarh. Left-Wing Extremism and Maoist violence have historically affected Bastar and neighbouring districts.