Modi warns 'intellectual Naxals' pose hidden threat on Independence Day

On India’s Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the country had largely eliminated the Maoist-influenced Naxalite rebellion but warned that “intellectual Naxals” still pose a threat and need to be identified. He highlighted government initiatives aimed at youth while addressing economic growth and development goals. Rights groups accuse India’s government of using anti-terror laws to target critics.