Hyderabad: Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy announced DSP study tours abroad for newly recruited Deputy Superintendents of Police. The Telangana government plans to send the officers overseas to upgrade their skills and learn modern law enforcement practices.
He made the announcement at the valedictory ceremony of the second batch of DSPs from the 2025 recruitment year on Tuesday. Revanth Reddy said the proposal follows the government’s programme to send state school teachers abroad. Those tours help teachers study international education standards.
The Chief Minister urged the new officers to maintain physical fitness and prepare for emerging challenges. He specifically highlighted drug trafficking and cybercrime. He also referred to the state’s initiatives to strengthen enforcement and public safety.
The government has established a specialised Eagle Force to tackle the drug trade. It has also introduced dedicated systems for cybercrime, food safety and traffic management. Revanth Reddy asked the officers to use these facilities effectively while serving the public.
DSP study tours and the need for compassionate policing
The Chief Minister warned the new DSPs against misusing their positions for personal benefit. Instead, he called for compassionate engagement with the public, especially people approaching police stations with complaints.
“When victims approach you, speak with them compassionately to understand their problems,” he said. He added that the public’s perception of the state government largely depends on how police personnel behave in the field.
Revanth Reddy also addressed criticism surrounding the recruitment process. He accused the previous BRS government of failing to conduct Group-1 recruitment for nearly 13 years after 2011.
Of the 563 Group-1 posts notified, 562 candidates have joined service, he said. The appointments include 112 DSPs. He defended the selection process, stating that the government overcame legal challenges in the Supreme Court to complete the appointments.
The government also restructured the Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) along the lines of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), he said.
