PIB Nagpur to Organise VARTALAP on “Naxal Mukt Bharat in Gadchiroli”

Nagpur, 3 November 2026

The Press Information Bureau (PIB), Nagpur, in collaboration with Gadchiroli Police, will organise a VARTALAP – Media Conference for journalists from Gadchiroli district on 04 November 2026, from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm at Eklavya Hall, Police Headquarters, Gadchiroli. The workshop will focus on the theme “Naxal Mukt Bharat”.

The inaugural session will be held in the presence of senior officers from Gadchiroli Police and other prominent officers from the district.

The workshop aims to sensitise media professionals about the Government's efforts towards building a Naxal-free India, the progress made in combating Left Wing Extremism and the initiatives being undertaken for the development of Naxal-affected regions. It will also highlight the important role of regional media in disseminating accurate information, countering misinformation and creating awareness about development initiatives and opportunities in the region.

The technical sessions will focus on various aspects of the Naxal-free India initiative, including security measures, development interventions, rehabilitation of surrendered Naxalites, infrastructure development, welfare schemes and the socio-economic transformation of affected areas.

The programme will also feature a special session on “Role of the Press Information Bureau in Disseminating Information to the Print, Electronic and Digital Media on Government Policies, Programmes, Initiatives and Achievements, Journalist Welfare Scheme and PIB Fact Check.”

Designed for professionals from the print, electronic and digital media, the VARTALAP Media Workshop will promote dialogue, knowledge sharing and capacity building among journalists. The programme will provide an opportunity for media professionals to interact with subject experts and Government officials, thereby strengthening informed, accurate and responsible reporting on the efforts towards achieving a Naxal Mukt Bharat.

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PIB Nagpur | Saurabh Khekde/Darshana Rane

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