The Minister of State for Home Affairs, Shri Hansraj Gangaram Ahir visited Chhattisgarh yesterday to review the Left Wing Extremism (LWE) situation in the state. During his visit, the MoS visited injured constables of CRPF and Maharashtra Police in Raipur who got injured in the Operations with Maoists. He expressed his satisfaction over the treatment and care being provided to the personnel. 

The Minister inspected G Company of 223 Bn in Polampalli, Sukma. He also shared food with the jawans in their mess. He visited their barracks also. Shri Ahir inspected their arms, ammunition & other equipment and discussed about their operational utility. He also spent time with CRPF jawans and interacted with them in Sainik Samelan, during which the jawans raised their operational and welfare related issues. The Minister praised the soldiers for their bravery. After meeting the jawans in Sukma, he also met villagers in nearby area. 

Later, Shri Ahir held a meeting with the Chhattisgarh Government officials. He also discussed issues related to infrastructure and development in a meeting with CRPF and district officers. 
 

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