DGP C.V. Anand Calls Special Police Battalions Telangana’s Key Shield, Orders Modernisation and Faster Recruitment
Telangana DGP C.V. Anand called for the modernisation of Special Police Battalions during a review meeting in Jubilee Hills and praised their role in law and order, disaster relief and election security.
Telangana Director General of Police (DGP) C.V. Anand has described the state’s Special Police Battalions as a key shield for maintaining security and called for their modernisation and technological strengthening. During a high-level review meeting at the Special Battalions Headquarters in Jubilee Hills, the DGP directed officials to speed up recruitment, enhance technology, expand vehicle fleets and improve housing, healthcare and welfare facilities for battalion personnel.
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DGP Reviews Special Police Battalions at Jubilee Hills
At the Special Battalions Headquarters in Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, DGP C.V. Anand conducted a high-level review meeting on the functioning of the Special Police Battalions.
During the meeting, he reviewed:
- Administrative issues
- Technical requirements
- Welfare-related matters
The DGP instructed officials to:
- Expedite recruitment
- Strengthen technological capabilities
- Expand vehicle fleets
- Improve housing facilities
- Enhance healthcare services
- Upgrade other welfare facilities for personnel
Special Police Battalions Play a Vital Role
C.V. Anand said the Special Police Battalions play a crucial role in:
- Maintaining law and order
- Election security
- Disaster response
- VIP protection
- Special operations
He described the battalions as an important force in Telangana’s security system.
DGP Recalls Role in Combating Naxalism
Recalling the contribution of the erstwhile Andhra Pradesh Special Police, the DGP said the force served as the backbone of the civil police during operations against Naxalism.
Drawing from his experience as Superintendent of Police (SP) in Nizamabad and Warangal, Anand praised the battalions for their courage and contribution in eliminating the Naxal threat, particularly during a period when police stations were frequently targeted by Naxalites.
13 Special Police Battalions Developed Since Telangana’s Formation
The DGP said Telangana has developed 13 Special Police Battalions since the formation of the state.
He appreciated their contribution in:
- Election security
- Festival security
- Event management
- VIP protection
- Disaster relief operations
Praise for Flood Rescue Operations
C.V. Anand particularly commended the Special Police Battalions for their rescue and relief work during the recent floods in Nizamabad and Kamareddy districts.
He said the personnel helped evacuate thousands of residents and protected lives and property during the disaster.
Telangana DGP C.V. Anand has called for the modernisation and technological strengthening of the state’s 13 Special Police Battalions, describing them as a key shield for law and order, election security, disaster response, VIP protection and special operations. During a review meeting at the Special Battalions Headquarters in Jubilee Hills, he also directed officials to accelerate recruitment and improve infrastructure, while appreciating the battalions’ role in flood rescue operations in Nizamabad and Kamareddy.
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