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CM Yogi Adityanath Gifts PRD Personnel ₹3,000 Uniform Allowance

CM Yogi to address PRD personnel, launch medical scheme and lay foundation for barracks

Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk
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Politics Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Tue, 18 August 2026 at 10:34 am
CM Yogi Adityanath Gifts PRD Personnel ₹3,000 Uniform Allowance

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will address a conference of Provincial Armed Constabulary (PRD) personnel in Gorakhpur on Tuesday, where he will transfer ₹3,000 in uniform allowance to their accounts.

The Chief Minister will also distribute cashless medical facility cards to PRD volunteers and launch the ‘Mukhyamantri PRD Parivar Kalyan Yojana’.

In addition to these initiatives, CM Yogi will lay the foundation stone for a multi-story PRD barracks in Lucknow, valued at ₹30 crore, by pressing a button on the remote.

CM Yogi has consistently undertaken initiatives for the welfare of PRD personnel, including increasing their duty allowance from ₹395 to ₹500 per day.

The PRD personnel play a crucial role in assisting the police at police stations, managing traffic, and performing duties at government offices, religious places, and major events.

There are currently 31,130 registered PRD personnel, including 2,500 women volunteers, with more than 29,000 volunteers working across the state.

The Yogi government has also introduced a provision to establish urban companies in 11 major cities, including Lucknow, Gorakhpur, and Varanasi.

The initiatives launched by CM Yogi aim to improve the welfare and working conditions of PRD personnel, who have previously faced neglect.

The launch of the cashless medical scheme and the increased uniform allowance will provide significant relief to PRD personnel, freeing them from concerns related to treatment and uniform expenses.

The construction of the multi-story PRD barracks in Lucknow will also provide better living conditions for the personnel.

Overall, the initiatives launched by CM Yogi demonstrate his commitment to improving the welfare and working conditions of PRD personnel in Uttar Pradesh.

The move is expected to boost the morale of PRD personnel and improve the overall security and law enforcement in the state.

CM Yogi's efforts to improve the welfare of PRD personnel are a significant step towards recognizing their contributions to maintaining security and peace in the state.

The initiatives launched on Tuesday will have a positive impact on the lives of PRD personnel and their families, and will contribute to the overall development of the state.

In conclusion, the launch of these initiatives by CM Yogi is a significant development for PRD personnel in Uttar Pradesh, and demonstrates his commitment to their welfare and well-being.

Frequently asked questions

What is the amount of uniform allowance to be transferred to PRD personnel?

₹3,000

What is the value of the multi-story PRD barracks to be constructed in Lucknow?

₹30 crore

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