What steps have been taken to combat Naxalism according to PM Modi

1. PM Modi emphasized tackling the issue of Naxalism by focusing on urban areas in addition to traditional jungle strongholds. 2. A multi-pronged strategy involving security measures, development initiatives, and effective governance has been implemented. 3. Specialized forces like Greyhounds and commando units have been deployed to combat Naxal activities. 4. Integrated Action Plan (IAP) was introduced to address development disparities in Naxal-affected regions. 5. The government has also focused on improving infrastructure, healthcare, education, and employment opportunities in these areas to address root causes of Naxalism. 6. Emphasis on scaling up intelligence-gathering capabilities to pre-empt Naxal attacks.