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Madhya Pradesh Forest Guard Receives ₹640 Diwali Bonus, Shares Spending Plans
✍️ India Today
🗓 12 Nov 2026, 03:31 PM
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A forest guard in Madhya Pradesh received a ₹640 Diwali bonus and explained how he plans to spend the money.
On Diwali day, a forest guard stationed in Madhya Pradesh was handed a government‑issued bonus of ₹640 as part of the annual Diwali incentive scheme for state employees.
The payment was distributed by the state forest department during a small ceremony at the guard’s post.
In a brief interview, the guard said he would use the bonus to buy sweets for his family and to cover a small portion of his household expenses.
He added that the amount would also help him purchase a few essential items for his home.
The bonus is one of several small financial incentives given to public servants across the state to mark the festive season.
The payment was distributed by the state forest department during a small ceremony at the guard’s post.
In a brief interview, the guard said he would use the bonus to buy sweets for his family and to cover a small portion of his household expenses.
He added that the amount would also help him purchase a few essential items for his home.
The bonus is one of several small financial incentives given to public servants across the state to mark the festive season.