Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has directed officials to draft a special law to combat food adulteration in the state, citing growing concerns over rising cancer cases linked to contaminated food products. During a high-level police review meeting held in Hyderabad, the Chief Minister emphasized the need for stricter laws and enhanced enforcement mechanisms to protect public health. The move comes as health experts have increasingly pointed to adulterated food items as a significant contributor to the alarming rise in cancer and other serious health conditions across the state.
The Chief Minister issued comprehensive directives to the police department focusing on multiple aspects of law enforcement and public safety. He made it clear that there would be no tolerance towards negligence in law and order and emphasized that all postings within the department would be strictly merit-based. Revanth Reddy also warned that corruption in the police department will not be tolerated and called for immediate action against any officers found engaging in corrupt practices. The directives signal a strong push toward reforming the state’s law enforcement machinery and restoring public confidence in police operations.
Among the key initiatives announced, the Chief Minister ordered a strong crackdown on drugs and ganja trade in the state. To improve transparency and accountability, he directed the implementation of a QR code public feedback system in all police stations, allowing citizens to directly report their experiences and complaints. The meeting also focused on modernizing police operations with increased night patrolling, drone policing, and the provision of modern weapons to officers. These measures are aimed at enhancing the department’s capability to respond swiftly to criminal activities and maintain peace across Telangana.
The Chief Minister further stressed the importance of strengthening cyber crime control and forensic infrastructure to keep pace with evolving criminal methods. He highlighted that as crimes increasingly move into the digital space, the police department must be equipped with advanced technology and trained personnel to investigate and prevent cyber offenses effectively. The review meeting also addressed the issue of illegal flexis that have mushroomed across Hyderabad without proper authorization. Revanth Reddy questioned officials about the unchecked proliferation of these unauthorized hoardings and ordered strict action by both police and GHMC authorities to remove them immediately.
The comprehensive set of directives issued during the meeting reflects the state government’s commitment to improving public safety, health, and governance standards. Officials present at the meeting were instructed to prepare detailed action plans for implementing each directive within specified timelines. The proposed special law against food adulteration is expected to include stringent penalties for offenders and establish robust monitoring systems to ensure food safety across the state. The police department has been asked to coordinate with health and municipal authorities to ensure effective enforcement of the upcoming legislation once it is enacted.
