Gujarat Police Salary Delayed as Grant Funds Dry Up; Thousands Of Personnel Face Unpaid New Year
Ahmedabad: In a concerning development, thousands of Gujarat Police personnel are likely to begin the new year without their monthly salaries as the Home and Police departments have reportedly run out of grant funds. The situation has raised serious questions about the state government’s financial priorities and administrative efficiency.
Questions Over Priorities
Even as the Gujarat government continues to spend lavishly on cultural festivals, official events, and promotional summits, funds have apparently fallen short for the salaries of those tasked with maintaining law and order. The shortfall was highlighted in an internal communication from the Home and Police departments, triggering criticism over the government’s handling of essential services.
Official correspondence indicates that due to inadequate grant allocation, salary bills for December 2025 could not be submitted to the treasury by the December 23 deadline. Sources attribute the delay primarily to administrative lapses within the system.
Key Departments Affected
The funding gap is set to impact several major branches of the state police, including:
- All Police Commissionerates and Range Offices
- CID Crime, Intelligence, and Railway units
- Armed Units and the SCRB in Gandhinagar
- Offices of all District Superintendents of Police
Amid large-scale government spending on public events and celebrations, many police personnel now find themselves struggling to meet family expenses and loan commitments.
Discontent Within the Force
Sources said the delay in grant release has sparked significant discontent among police ranks. Officers reportedly expressed frustration that while crores are allocated for public festivities, those ensuring public safety are left waiting for basic dues. The situation has prompted sharp discussions within bureaucratic and police circles, with many calling it a matter of administrative embarrassment.
Awaiting Government Action
Officials have requested special approval to process salary bills despite the grant delay. However, if the fund allocation takes longer, police personnel across Gujarat may face financial strain well into the new year. The state government is now under pressure to expedite the release of funds and address the unrest brewing within the force.