Demonetisation has caused problems for Naxals: Rajnath

The minister refused to give any specific estimates about the damage inflicted on the guerillas but said the information suggests that massive problems are being faced by them post notes ban. “It is correct that Naxals have weakened post-demonetisation. The intelligence information received by us shows their problems have increased. Their strength has reduced,” Singh said. 

When asked about the attack on women in Bengaluru on New Year’s eve, Singh said, “It is not possible to keeping seeking reports from the state on every issue. I believe that protecting the modesty of women is the duty of every state government and they should take it seriously.” 

On the issue of recent riots in West Bengal, Singh said ministry is in the know of every big problem. “We don’t do politics of confrontation. We will talk it out,” he said when asked about reports of a rift between the West Bengal government and the Centre.