CM Revanth Reddy announces ₹1 Cr ex-gratia for policemen killed in Maoist blast


Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has expressed deep condolences to the bereaved families of police constables. File
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Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has expressed deep condolences to the bereaved families of police constables Vadla Sridhar (29) from Kamareddy district, T. Sandeep (27) from Ghatkesar in Medchal-Malkajgiri district, and N. Pavan Kalyan (23) from Kanigiri in Prakasam district of neighbouring Andhra Pradesh, who were killed in a Maoist landmine blast and subsequent firing incident in the forest area of Mulugu district.
Directing officials to extend full support to the families of the martyred policemen, Mr. Reddy announced a special ex-gratia of ₹1 crore to the kin of each deceased constable. Of this, ₹80 lakh will be provided under the Bhadratha Scheme.
Additionally, each family will be allotted a 300-square-yard house site and a government job to one eligible member of the families.
Published – May 10, 2025 11:24 am IST