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Intellectual Naxalism more dangerous than armed extremism: Fadnavis

Gadchiroli, Nov 15 (UNI) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis today noted intellectual Naxalism, which is gradually taking root in society at the ideological level, is more dangerous than armed Naxalism.
Speaking to the media during his visit to Gadchiroli for the celebration of Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas, marking the 151st birth anniversary of tribal freedom fighter Bhagwan Birsa Munda, he alleged that efforts were being made to create a new generation that rejects the Constitution and the established democratic system.
Fadnavis said that although the influence of armed Naxalism was declining, the ideological challenge posed by such forces could not be ignored.
He stressed that the response to these tendencies must remain within the framework of the Constitution.
The Constitution has the capacity to ensure justice and equal opportunities for every citizen of the country, he said, emphasising the need to continuously communicate this message to society.
The Chief Minister also highlighted the importance of using social media to showcase Gadchiroli's transformation and development to the rest of the country.
He said content creators, writers and social media influencers from different parts of the country had been touring the district over the past three days to experience its changing landscape.
During their visit, they interacted with surrendered Naxalites and families affected by Naxalism and also explored the district's industrial potential, mining activities, skill development initiatives and natural resources.
Fadnavis expressed confidence that these influencers would help bring Gadchiroli's transformation, development and changing social environment to the attention of people across the country.
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