Patna: Bihar will showcase its achievement in becoming a Naxal-free state at the National Unity Day celebrations scheduled to be held at Ekta Nagar, Kevadia, Gujarat, on October 31, 2026. A contingent comprising 206 personnel of the Bihar Special Task Force (STF) and rural participants from 22 Naxal-free districts will take part in the national event.
The participation highlights Bihar’s journey from addressing Left-Wing Extremism to achieving the goal of a Naxal-free state. It will also showcase the role of local communities in this achievement and the continued implementation of development and public welfare schemes in the affected districts.
CM Samrat Choudhary to Flag Off Bihar Contingent on October 28
Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary will flag off the contingent from Bihar on October 28 at 4 PM. The group will travel by train from Patna to Ekta Nagar in Gujarat to participate in the National Unity Day celebrations.
The contingent will carry a message highlighting Bihar’s efforts to contribute to the broader national goal of a Naxal-free India. Its participation will recognise the role played by security personnel and local communities in addressing Naxalism and supporting the state’s transformation.
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Rural Participants from 22 Naxal-Free Districts to Represent Bihar
A key feature of Bihar’s participation will be the involvement of rural residents from 22 districts that were previously affected by Naxalism.The contingent includes 1,100 rural participants selected from these districts, with 50 participants from each district. They will represent public participation in Bihar’s efforts to overcome Naxalism and bring the state’s achievement to the national platform.
Alongside the rural participants, 206 Bihar STF personnel will attend the celebrations, highlighting the contribution of security forces to the state’s efforts against Naxalism.
Bihar Declared Naxal-Free on March 31, 2026
Bihar was declared Naxal-free on March 31, 2026, as part of the broader national objective of eliminating Naxalism. The achievement aligns with Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s vision of a Naxal-free India.
The state’s journey from its commitment to eliminating Naxalism to achieving this milestone represents a significant development in its internal security efforts. The participation of security personnel and rural residents at the National Unity Day celebrations will provide an opportunity to highlight this progress and acknowledge the role of communities in the process.
Development Schemes to Continue in Naxal-Free Districts
Following the achievement of Naxal-free status, Bihar continues to focus on the effective implementation of public welfare and development schemes in the districts previously affected by Naxalism.
The state’s efforts aim to sustain progress by strengthening development activities and ensuring that the benefits of government schemes reach local communities.
Through its participation in the National Unity Day celebrations, Bihar will highlight both the role of security forces in addressing Naxalism and the importance of public participation in the state’s journey towards lasting peace and development.
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