Jalandhar: Punjab Chief Minister Charanjit Singh on Friday announced a slew of incentives for the cops.
In a function held here at the PAP complex today, the Chief Minister said that state government fully recognizes the immense contribution of Punjab Police in socio-economic development of the state adding that no stone will be left unturned for welfare of Punjab Police personnel.
CM Channi while accepting a major demand of cop announced to restart Uniform allowance from the ensuing New Year. He said that superior quality uniform will be provided to cops for which total payment will be borne by the government.
CM Channi also announced free bus travel for any on duty cop in government buses adding that Police personnel will continue to get 13 months’ salary.
He also announced to enhance Diet money for sportsmen in Punjab Police from existing Rs. 150 to Rs. 250 per day during camps. CM Channi also announced ground renovation in PAP campus at a cost of Rs. 1 crore to boost sports.
CM Channi also said that Police Sanjh kendra will be opened at Amritsar and Mohali airports to facilitate NRIs coming into the state. He also announced requisite funds for purchasing 250 vehicles in the force. CM Channi also announced to enhance the Police welfare fund from existing Rs. 10 crore to Rs. 15 crore from next budget.