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Rajasthan Police Welfare Board to Review Duty Death Assistance
✍️ Amar Ujala · Rajasthan
🗓 22 Oct 2026, 05:01 PM
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The Police Welfare Trust in Rajasthan has begun discussions to increase the financial assistance provided to families of officers who die or suffer permanent disability on duty.
The Police Welfare Trust in Rajasthan has convened a meeting to address the financial support mechanisms for police personnel. A key agenda item was the proposal to enhance the current assistance amount of 50,000 rupees, which is currently provided in cases of death or permanent disability sustained while on duty.
The discussion aimed to evaluate the adequacy of the existing compensation in light of rising living costs and the risks associated with police work. Members of the trust deliberated on the need for a more substantial financial package to support the dependents of fallen officers.
In addition to reviewing the death and disability benefits, the meeting also focused on broader welfare measures. The board considered proposals to improve facilities within police lines and to enhance educational support for the children of police personnel, specifically targeting their higher education needs.
The discussion aimed to evaluate the adequacy of the existing compensation in light of rising living costs and the risks associated with police work. Members of the trust deliberated on the need for a more substantial financial package to support the dependents of fallen officers.
In addition to reviewing the death and disability benefits, the meeting also focused on broader welfare measures. The board considered proposals to improve facilities within police lines and to enhance educational support for the children of police personnel, specifically targeting their higher education needs.