Telangana approves higher welfare grants for ex‑servicemen and widows

The state cabinet of Telangana has approved a package that raises the welfare grants payable to retired defence personnel and widows of those who served in the armed forces. The revised financial assistance is intended to address the rising cost of living and provide greater security to families who have sacrificed for the nation. In addition to the higher grants, the government introduced several new assistance schemes covering health, education and employment support for the beneficiaries. Officials said the measures will be implemented through existing welfare departments and will be disbursed in the upcoming financial cycle. The announcement reflects the state’s commitment to honouring the contributions of its ex‑servicemen community and their families.