MP: Rs 1 Crore Aid, SI Job for Wife of Cop Killed by Liquor Mafia
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav announces Rs 1 crore aid and an SI job for the wife of officer Dilip Puri, killed during an anti-liquor operation.
In a strong gesture of support for the police force, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has announced a massive compensation package and a government job for the family of a police officer who was killed while fighting the liquor mafia. The announcement follows the tragic death of Dilip Puri, the in-charge of the Khategaon police station, who lost his life during a high-stakes operation against illegal liquor transportation in the Dewas district.
A Fatal Clash with the Liquor Mafia
The incident occurred while Officer Dilip Puri was discharging his official duties. Leading a crackdown on the illegal smuggling of alcohol, Puri and his team encountered the liquor mafia in Dewas. The operation turned violent, resulting in the untimely demise of the station in-charge, leaving the local police department and the community in shock.
Chief Minister's Immediate Response
Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Chief Minister Mohan Yadav expressed his profound grief and pain over the loss of the brave officer. He emphasized that the state government stands firmly with the bereaved family during this period of immense tragedy.
"The news of Khategaon police station in-charge Dilip Puri passing away while discharging his duties in an unfortunate incident in Dewas district is extremely saddening and painful. I pay my humble tribute to him," the CM stated.
Compensation and Compassionate Appointment
To support the family left behind by the fallen officer, the Chief Minister has ordered a significant financial and professional safety net:
- Financial Aid: A sum of Rs 1 crore has been sanctioned as financial assistance for the family.
- Employment: In a move to ensure the family's long-term stability, the CM directed that Dilip Puri's wife be provided a compassionate appointment to the post of Sub-Inspector (SI).
Crackdown and Investigation
The state government is not treating this as a routine casualty. To ensure that the culprits are brought to justice swiftly, Special DG Upendra Jain has been immediately dispatched to the site of the incident to oversee the investigation.
Chief Minister Yadav has issued strict instructions for an impartial probe, making it clear that those responsible for the attack on the police officer will face the full force of the law. He further prayed to Baba Mahakal to grant peace to the departed soul and provide the family with the strength to endure this loss.