Left Wing Extremism: Data Metrics of Success

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Minister of State in the Ministry of Home Affairs Shri Nityanand Rai in a written reply to a question in the Lok Sabha on February 02 provided some data metrics of outcome of implementation of the ‘National Policy and Action Plan 2015’. 

LWE which has been a serious challenge to the internal security of the nation has been significantly curbed in the recent times and has been constricted to only a few pockets. The number of LWE-affected districts reduced from 126  in 2018 to only 08 in December-2025 with only 3 districts now remaining Most LWE Affected. The LWE perpetrated violence incidents have come down from high of 1936 in year 2010 by 88% to 234 in 2025.  Resultant deaths of Civilians & Security Forces have also come down from high of 1005 in year 2010 by 90% to 100 in year 2025.

In 2025, security forces have neutralized 364 Naxals, arrested 1022 and facilitated 2337 surrenders.  The number of Police Stations reporting LWE related violence has significantly reduced from 465 Police Stations in 2010 to 119 Police Stations in the year 2025.

As the security situation is improving and more districts are getting freed from Left Wing Extremism, the Government has emphasized on sustained socio-economic transformation of these regions. In this context, a new category of districts was introduced in 2024, namely Legacy and Thrust districts.

Though these districts are no longer LWE affected but support to the States for these districts will continue for consolidating the gains and preventing relapse. At present, 30 districts fall under this category, and the measures being undertaken are aimed at ensuring long-term stability and inclusive growth in these regions.

GoI is committed for complete eradication of LWE from our country as well as holistic development of areas getting freed from Left Wing Extremism. This was stated by the Minister of State in the Ministry of Home Affairs Shri Nityanand Rai in a written reply to a question in the Lok Sabha.