Police operation against Maoist rebels in India
Police in India killed at least 29 suspected Maoist rebels in Chhattisgarh. The operation occurred three days before the start of a national election where Prime Minister Narendra Modi is seeking a third term.
Key Points
- Maoists demand more jobs, land, and wealth for poor indigenous communities
- Maoists are considered the country's most serious internal security threat
- Rebels active in Chhattisgarh, a state rich in mineral wealth
Pros
- Elimination of insurgency from the state
Cons
- Loss of life