Telangana CM urges new DSPs to tackle emerging crime patterns
Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy told 112 newly appointed deputy superintendents of police to prepare for modern policing challenges.
Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Tuesday told 112 newly appointed deputy superintendents of police (DSPs) to prepare for changing crime patterns and emerging challenges. Speaking at the valedictory ceremony for the second batch of DSPs (2025) at the MCR HRD Institute in Hyderabad, the Chief Minister said the nature of crime has changed significantly over the years, according to The Times of India.
The Chief Minister noted that while the country previously faced issues like murder and food shortages, economic liberalisation has introduced global challenges such as cybercrime. He said cybercrime has become a major threat where people lose wealth without meeting the perpetrators. He added that the government has introduced the Eagle Force to address the drug menace and has implemented new systems for food safety, traffic management, and cybercrime.
Revanth Reddy stated the government is willing to send newly appointed DSPs abroad for further studies to understand global policing standards. He also emphasised the importance of physical fitness and urged officers to discharge their duties with integrity, compassion, and responsibility.
The Chief Minister said the state government had gone to the Supreme Court regarding the DSP appointments and successfully secured them through legal counsel. He mentioned that the government had ensured transparency in the recruitment process, noting that Telangana had not seen Group-I recruitment from 2011 until 2025.
Revanth Reddy said he decided to overhaul the Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) to restructure it similarly to the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). He also warned officers against using their official positions for personal gain, stating such practices would not be sustainable.