Telangana Govt revises ex-gratia to families of police personnel who die in line of duty to ₹1 Cr - ₹2 Cr

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy announces revised ex gratia package for police families, emphasizing public safety and support.

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy announced a revised ex gratia package for the families of police officers in the event of their death in the line of duty. Under the new provisions, the family of an IPS or SP rank officer will receive ₹2 crore; while the families of DSPs and Additional SPs will be entitled to ₹1.50 crore. The dependents of Station House Officers (SHOs) and Sub-Inspectors (SIs) will receive ₹1.25 crore; and families of head constables and constables will be eligible for ₹1 crore in compensation.

In cases of permanent disability, the family of an IPS or SP rank officer will receive ₹1 crore; while DSPs, Additional SPs, SHOs, and SIs will be eligible for ₹60 lakh. For head constables, constables, and home guard constables, the compensation will be ₹50 lakh.

If an officer sustains an injury, compensation will be ₹10 lakh for head constables, additional SIs, SHOs, DSPs, and additional SPs. SP and IPS rank officers will receive ₹12 lakh in such cases.

He announced this at the Police Flag Day Parade at the Police Martyrs Memorial held in Goshamahal, Hyderabad on Monday (October 21, 2024), where he paid homage to the police officers who gave their lives in the line of duty.

“These compensations will not bring back your loved ones or do away with your grief but will help you support the family in troubled times,” said the Chief Minister. “I hold a deep respect for the police and urge them to continue performing their duties with dedication while prioritising their health. Every day, they encounter challenging and unpredictable situations, and I assure them that the government stands firmly behind them, offering support in every possible way. We are committed to ensuring their well-being and will take all necessary steps to look after them,” assured the Chief Minister.

During his speech at the event, the Chief Minister said that the police force plays a vital role in maintaining public safety and that it is the presence of a diligent and dedicated police force that allows people to feel safe. “Every country and state relies on its police to maintain peace and order, and Telangana’s police force is a prime example of this commitment. The Telangana police are always on duty, ready to serve, and many have even made the ultimate sacrifice, losing their lives in the line of duty,” said the CM.

He said that the police in Telangana are not only exemplary within the state but also respected by other States, who seek their guidance and make use of their forensic labs and other state-of-the-art facilities. Telangana’s capabilities go beyond traditional law enforcement, with elite units like the Special Intelligence Branch (SIB), Greyhounds, and the increasingly robust Cyber Crimes department.