Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday announced a series of welfare measures for Prantiya Rakshak Dal (PRD) personnel, including the launch of a new cashless medical facility.
Addressing a PRD personnel conference in Gorakhpur, Yogi launched the Chief Minister’s PRD Cashless Medical Scheme, aimed at providing healthcare support to PRD volunteers.
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Important points readers should notice.
Yogi Adityanath launched the PRD Cashless Medical Scheme.
The announcement was made in Gorakhpur on August 18.
The government has announced an increase in the PRD duty allowance.
Around 31,000 PRD volunteers are expected to benefit from the latest welfare measures.
New infrastructure and barracks for PRD personnel were also highlighted.
The Chief Minister said government development and welfare measures should reach every section of society. He congratulated PRD officers and volunteers on the introduction of the cashless medical facility.
Yogi also highlighted infrastructure improvements for personnel associated with policing and public service. He said modern barracks were being developed across Uttar Pradesh and referred to high-rise accommodation constructed for PRD personnel in Lucknow.
The welfare package also includes financial support for PRD personnel. Reports on Tuesday said the government has raised the daily duty allowance to ₹600 and announced benefits for around 31,000 PRD volunteers. The Chief Minister's announcements come as the state government continues to focus on improving facilities, healthcare and financial support for personnel who assist the police and administration in maintaining public order.
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Why This Matters
PRD personnel work alongside the state administration and police in several public-security and support roles. The new healthcare facility and financial measures could directly affect the welfare of thousands of volunteers and their families.
