Retired Home Guards are reportedly facing severe financial hardship, despite having served alongside the police force for many years. They claim that the current monthly allowance of just Rs 2,500 is insufficient to meet even basic living expenses.
On Wednesday, a delegation of retired personnel met with the Director General of Police to highlight their concerns. During the meeting, they urged authorities to raise the allowance to at least Rs 10,000 per month.
Members of the delegation stated that although they had performed various responsibilities under the police department over a long period, they are now struggling due to a lack of financial security after retirement. With the rising cost of living, they said, it has become extremely difficult to afford essential needs such as food, medicine, and daily expenses on the current stipend.
They appealed to the government to take a compassionate approach and address the issue at the earliest. The delegation also submitted a formal memorandum to the Director General of Police outlining their demands.
