Siddaramaiah announces disbanding of Anti-Naxal Force in Karnataka
Bengaluru: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has announced the disbanding of Karnataka’s Anti-Naxal Force, declaring that the state is now free of Naxal activities. The announcement came as part of the state budget presentation for 2025-26, where the Chief Minister highlighted the success of the Naxal Surrender and Rehabilitation Scheme in bringing underground Naxals back into the mainstream.
Siddaramaiah stated that during his government’s tenure, six underground Naxals had surrendered before the Naxal Surrender and Rehabilitation Scheme Committee. "With this, Karnataka is Naxal-free. Therefore, the Anti-Naxal Force will be disbanded," he said, marking a shift in the state's internal security strategy.
To support the reintegration of surrendered Naxals and improve infrastructure in previously Naxal-affected areas, the government has announced a special package of ₹10 crore. The move aims to ensure that individuals who have given up arms can successfully transition into mainstream society.
In addition to addressing the Naxal issue, the Chief Minister outlined new measures to strengthen law enforcement across the state. He announced that ₹80 crore would be allocated for the establishment of two Indian Reserve Police Forces—one near Kudugurki and another near Kolar Gold Fields (KGF) near Nandi Hills.
Further, the government has also focused on enhancing bomb detection and disposal capabilities in Karnataka. While five Bomb Detection and Disposal Squads are already operational, new squads will be set up in Bellary, Davangere, Mysuru, and Bengaluru Central zones this year to improve preparedness against potential threats.
The Chief Minister reiterated his government's commitment to maintaining peace and order, stating that a zero-tolerance policy would be enforced against those attempting to create unrest in society. He assured that strict and uncompromising action would be taken against any individuals or groups engaging in activities that disturb public harmony.
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Five arrested in Kerala's Walayar for beating to death Jharkhand native
Palakkad (Kerala) (PTI): Five people have been arrested for allegedly beating to death a Jharkhand native on suspicion of theft near Walayar here a day ago, police said on Friday.
The arrests were formally recorded late Thursday night and all the accused have been booked for the offence of murder under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, an officer of Walayar police station said.
The deceased -- Ramnarayan Bhayar (31) -- was working as a labourer in the Walayar area.
According to police, Bhayar was attacked by a group of men on Wednesday evening, alleging that he was involved in a theft at Kizhakeattappallam near Walayar.
As per the FIR, the incident occurred before 7.40 pm, and the injured Bhayar was rushed to the Palakkad District Government Hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
Police said a detailed investigation was underway to ascertain the sequence of events leading to the incident.
