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Number of critical polling stations in Maoist-affected Bastar region up

Given the increased security threat posed by Naxals during the Lok Sabha polls, the Chhattisgarh State Election Commission (SEC) has adjusted its strategy compared to the Assembly polls held last November.

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First-time MLA Kiran Singh Deo is the new Chhattisgarh BJP chief

In another surprising move, the Bharatiya Janata Party chose Jagdalpur MLA Kiran Singh Deo, a first-time legislator, as its State president for Chhattisgarh.

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Grass-root democracy as a bulwark against Maoists

The PESA Act, given its potential, could be commandeered as the greatest enabler to mainstream the tribal community by accommodating their aspirations

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Suspected Maoists kill BJP worker in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar

Maoists axed to death BJP worker Komal Manjhi in Chhattisgarh's Bastar region. A note from Maoists accused him of being an agent of an iron ore mine. He had been shifted to district HQ for security during election campaign, but refused protection after.

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Chhattisgarh students forced to pour hot oil in disturbing punishment, 3 teachers suspended

RAIPUR:In a shocking incident, nearly 25 students of Kerwahi Secondary School in Kondagaon district in tribal Bastar region of Chhattisgarh, found themselves victim to an appalling act allegedly perpetrated by their teachers.

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2023 Chhattisgarh Assembly elections | Lokniti-CSDS post-poll study

BJP's stunning victory in Chhattisgarh Assembly elections: 54 seats in 90-member Assembly, Congress tally down to 35 from 71. BJP inflicted major damage on Congress in tribal belts of Bastar and Sarguja.

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SC order on Jheeram valley attack sparks fresh political wrangling in Chhattisgarh

Chhattisgarh politics sees renewed wrangling after SC dismisses NIA plea against police probe into 2013 Jheeram Valley attack. Congress welcomes verdict, BJP seeks to thwart attempts to gain political mileage. CM Baghel accuses BJP of obstructing investigation, ex-CM Singh says matter will be probed after formation of BJP govt. Victims…

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Bhupesh Baghel and the subtle art of keeping voters distracted

The 88-year-old father of Bhupesh Baghel, the Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh and the Congress party’s Other Backward Castes mascot in the Hindi belt, was dismissed as a crank by political experts we spoke to, when we discovered that the father was sent to jail by his son’s government in September…

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IAF choppers made 404 sorties to ferry polling staff in Naxal-hit Bastar during Chhattisgarh 1st phase elections: Official

IAF conducted 404 sorties with 8 MI-17 choppers for 6 days in Naxal-affected Bastar division for Chhattisgarh polls, ferrying 853 polling team members to 43 locations. 860 polling party members were sent to 156 polling stations in 5 districts. IAF's effort ensured smooth conduct of polls despite Naxalite attacks in…

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IAF choppers made 404 sorties to ferry polling staff in Naxal-hit Bastar during Chhattisgarh 1st phase elections: Official

The Indian Air Force conducted 404 sorties with eight MI-17 choppers for six days, ferrying polling parties along with voting machines in Naxal-affected Bastar division during the recently held first phase of Chhattisgarh polls, a senior election official said on Friday.

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‘Will win over 75 seats’: Cong Chhattisgarh president on Adivasi CM, Maoism, corruption

Chhattisgarh Congress president Deepak Baij is also an MP from Bastar, and he is now contesting the assembly polls from Chitrakoot constituency.

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Bastar IGP, commissioner cast their votes for first phase of Chhattisgarh assembly elections

RAIPUR: Bastar range inspector general of police P Sundarraj in a statement said that citizens were enthusiastically fulfilling their constitutional responsibilities for the peace, security and development of Bastar region and security forces were continuously giving a befitting reply to the conspiracy of Maoists to carry out violent activities on…

The Times of India

Chhattisgarh Assembly election | Amid hostile topography and extremism, a battle of ballot in Bastar region

A drive through the villages scattered around the newly completed Palli-Barsur Marg (PBM), part of an arterial State Highway in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar region, exposes the accessibility and security challenges of people in this Naxal heartland.

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Chhattisgarh assembly polls: Eco-friendly model polling stations in Kanker, an attraction for voters

RAIPUR: Three eco-friendly ideal polling stations have been established in Kanker district of Bastar division that goes to polls in the first phase of assembly elections on November 7. These polling booths are decorated with bamboo, twigs and leaves and there will be no usage of plastic at all.

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Chhattisgarh Assembly elections: Three-layered security cover for over 600 polling booths in Bastar

In view of Chhattisgarh elections, Naxal activities will be monitored through drones and helicopters. Bomb disposal team and dog squad will also be roped in, according to the police.

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‘Risk, low voter turnout’: Choppers ferry poll officials in Maoist-hit Bastar

On November 4, three days ahead of the assembly polls in Chhattisgarh, a dozen polling officials flew to the state’s highly sensitive polling stations in the Moaist-hit Bastar division from its headquarters in Narayanpur.

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Chhattisgarh: Curtains fall on campaigning as 20 assembly segments get ready for balloting on Nov 7

RAIPUR: Curtains have rung down on electioneering in 20 assembly constituencies, including those in the Maoist-affected constituencies in tribal Bastar, which are going to polls in the first phase of elections in Chhattisgarh on November 7.

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Three days before polls, Maoists kill BJP worker in Bastar

This is the sixth BJP worker to be killed by Maoists this year; party says attempt to influence poll outcome

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Italian national found dead in hotel in Chhattisgarh's Bastar

RAIPUR: An Italian national was found dead under mysterious circumstances in a hotel in Jagdalpur, the divisional headquarters of Bastar in Chhattisgarh.

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More women voters in Bastar, but meagre representation

In Chhattisgarh's Bastar, 10.4 lakh women outnumber 9.97 lakh men eligible to vote, yet only one woman candidate each from Congress and BJP are contesting. Despite initiatives to empower women, their representation in electoral politics is low. Women are active socially and politically, but winnability is a factor. With Parliament…

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BJP woos tribals with hope to win high-stakes Chhattisgarh Assembly polls

BJP faces uphill task to win tribal support in Chhattisgarh polls. PM Modi, Amit Shah, JP Nadda hold rallies in tribal belt. 29 seats reserved for STs, 32% of state's population. BJP won 25 of 29 ST-reserved seats in 2018. Congress banking on tribal welfare schemes. BJP trying to woo…

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Chhattisgarh: Prime Minister Narendra Modi to inaugurate various rail projects to enhance connectivity in tribal Bastar

RAIPUR: With the aim of enhancing connectivity in tribal areas of Chhattisgarh, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate and dedicate several rail projects at Jagdalpur, the divisional headquarters of tribal Bastar, on Tuesday.

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Ahead of PM’s Jagdalpur visit, Congress calls for Bastar bandh

Congress calls for bandh in Bastar on PM's visit day to oppose Nagarnar steel plant privatisation. BJP sees it as sign of Congress' nervousness.

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At Bastar poll rally, Kejriwal talks of Jal, Jungle, Zameen rights

Kejriwal promises to implement PESA Act in Chhattisgarh within one month if voted to power. He also promises unemployment allowance, free power, improved healthcare and education. He criticizes PM's One Nation One Election idea and India-Bharat controversy.

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Bhupesh vows to fight Bastar steel plant privatisation, links it to tribal sentiments

BJP, Congress battle over Chhattisgarh's Nagarnar Steel Plant; CM Baghel opposes sale, BJP's Sao says it's for people's progress. CM wants SAIL to run plant; BJP says disinvestment process started under UPA. Plant has largest Blast Furnace in India, will contribute to India's self-reliance in Steel sector.

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