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Telangana Police Reorganisation Saves Government Approximately ₹90 Crore
Telangana Police changed how it uses its staff and vehicles.
These changes are expected to save the government about ₹90 crore.
Some police officers who worked for retired officials are now returning to regular duties.
The department also brought many vehicles back into use.
Money was saved by stopping an extra allowance for some Greyhounds and OCTOPUS personnel.
Police officers from reorganised units may be assigned to other departments.
A health programme called Fit Cop will give police workers check-ups and health advice.
The police will also prepare for a conference and organise public programmes about safety and police service.
Telangana Police says personnel and resource reorganisation has saved the government approximately ₹90 crore.
A total of 376 personnel assigned to retired officials have returned to active duty.
The department recovered 20 bulletproof vehicles, seven Fortuners, 18 Innova Crystas and 58 other four-wheelers.
Withdrawing an additional allowance for 573 Greyhounds and OCTOPUS personnel saved ₹28.16 crore.
The department will prepare for an October southern DGPs’ conference and expand the statewide Fit Cop programme.
- Who
- Telangana Police, led by DGP C.V. Anand.
- What
- The department reviewed its staffing and resources, reported approximately ₹90 crore in savings, and announced administrative, health and public-awareness initiatives.
- Where
- The review was held at the DGP’s office in Hyderabad, Telangana.
- When
- The review took place on Friday; the regional DGPs’ conference is planned for October, and Police Commemoration Day is observed on October 21.
- Why
- The measures aim to use police personnel and resources more efficiently, improve staff health, prepare for the conference and strengthen ties with the public.
Key facts
- Reported savings
- Approximately ₹90 crore
- Personnel returned to duty
- 376 police personnel
- Vehicles made available
- 20 bulletproof vehicles, seven Fortuners, 18 Innova Crystas and 58 other four-wheelers
- Allowance-related savings
- ₹28.16 crore
- Personnel affected by allowance withdrawal
- 573 personnel in the Greyhounds and OCTOPUS units
- Regional conference
- DGPs from southern states; planned for October
- Fit Cop programme
- Statewide health check-ups and awareness sessions for police personnel
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