Pay Hike for Special Police Officers in Jammu and Kashmir on the Horizon, Says BJP Legislator

Kishtwar, November 12 (Daily Kiran) : In Kishtwar, BJP legislator and leader of the opposition in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly, Sunil Kumar Sharma, announced that the salaries of Special Police Officers (SPOs) in the region are set to increase soon. He expressed optimism that the process would be completed shortly, addressing the long-overdue need for a pay raise.

Sharma spoke to a news agency, noting that the issue of salary enhancement for SPOs has been brought to the attention of the Union Home Ministry. Efforts are being made to fulfill this long-standing demand as quickly as possible. He mentioned that essential official formalities and paperwork are currently underway between the Home and Finance Departments, indicating serious consideration of the matter.

“I stated two to three months ago that the process to increase the salaries of all Special Police Officers (SPOs) has begun,” Sharma said. He explained that the proposal sent by the police headquarters to the central government involves several formalities, which must be processed through the Finance Ministry before returning to the Home Ministry. In recent discussions with officials at the Home Ministry, particularly at the secretary level, he received assurances that the decision would come swiftly.

While he could not provide a specific date for the salary increase, Sharma urged patience, assuring that the commitment made would be fulfilled. “This process takes time, but some individuals are rushing. Everyone should remain calm. Rest assured, the decision to raise the salaries of SPOs will be announced very soon,” he added.

Sharma emphasized that a resolution would come quickly, dismissing concerns over delays.