CM Revanth Reddy Urges New DSPs to Prioritise Public Service

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has called on newly appointed Deputy Superintendents of Police (DSPs) to play an active role in the state's development and strengthen public confidence in the police force. Addressing 112 DSPs who recently joined the department after completing their training at the MCRHRD Institute on Tuesday, he said the government had supported their appointments despite attempts to obstruct the recruitment process. He highlighted the reforms introduced in the Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC), stating that it had been revamped along the lines of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) to ensure transparent recruitment. He also recalled the legal efforts made by the government to secure a favourable Supreme Court verdict in the DSP recruitment matter. Emphasising their responsibility towards society, he urged the officers to remember their backgrounds and use their positions to serve the people.

The Chief Minister advised DSPs to exercise their authority responsibly, maintain law and order, and address public grievances with patience and empathy. He identified traffic congestion, food adulteration, drug-related offences and cybercrime as major challenges requiring focused attention. He also expressed concern over the low conviction rate in drug cases and highlighted the need for more forensic experts. Revanth Reddy encouraged the officers to improve their physical fitness, enhance their professional skills and make use of opportunities for advanced training, including overseas study programmes. During the event, he presented awards to outstanding probationary officers and released a handbook on crime scene forensics. The Telangana Police Academy also received a Quality Mark Certificate for its training standards.