Tamil Nadu orders ₹1 crore compensation for families of police personnel killed on duty

The government order follows an announcement made by Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay in the Legislative Assembly during the 2026–27 Police Department demands for grants. The Chief Minister had announced that families of police personnel who sacrifice their lives while displaying extraordinary courage in the line of duty would receive ₹1 crore as compensation.

The decision is aimed at recognising the sacrifices made by police personnel and providing financial security to their families. The proposal was reportedly initiated following a recommendation from the Director General of Police, who sought a formal mechanism to provide the special compensation.

The government has also approved an annual recurring allocation of ₹2 crore towards the scheme. A separate accounting head has been created under the Police Welfare section to facilitate the expenditure, with the Finance Department's approval.

The move institutionalises the special assistance announced by the Chief Minister and is intended to strengthen the welfare framework for police personnel who risk their lives in the discharge of their responsibilities.

The order is expected to provide greater financial assurance to families who lose their loved ones while protecting public safety and maintaining law and order.