Telangana Launches ₹1 Crore Accident Insurance Scheme for Electricity Workers

On May 26, 2025, Telangana Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka announced a ₹1 crore accident insurance scheme for electricity department workers, marking a significant step in employee welfare.  

During an event at Praja Bhavan, he presented a ₹1 crore insurance cheque to the family of Jogun Naresh, an NPDCL worker who died on duty, and offered his wife, Ramesh Shrimati, a compassionate job in the department.  

Bhatti credited Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and the 'Indiramma government' for this initiative, which was first implemented in Singareni and now extended to the electricity sector, aiming to provide security and encourage dedicated service among employees.