The Police Department will consider the concerns of TGSP personnel on merits; with sympathy. At present, all Police personnel receive surrender leaves and additional surrender leaves, a benefit not extended to other Government departments in view of hard duties performed by Police even during festivals and holidays. Since TGSP police operate under unique circumstances, this facility has been granted.
Moreover salaries and allowances to police personnel in the state are highest compared to other states. The police Department takes up various welfare measures including Bhadratha, Arogya Bhadratha, etc.
In such circumstances, it is not appropriate for TGSP personnel to protest in the streets. TGSP is a uniformed and disciplines force, and the Police department’s image must be protected.
It is to appeal to TGSP personnel and their families as senior police officers, we are examining grievances on merits, personnel are urged to carry out their duties as usual. If there are any concerns, they can be raised in the “Darbar” with the officers/Commandants/ADGP TGSP and other senior officers.
It is also to inform that indiscipline in uniform forces is a very serious matter that attracts provision of the Police Forces (Restrictions of Rights)Act and the Police (Incitement to Disaffection) Act and liable to be penalised as per law.
