In a pioneering move to make the justice system more accessible, Head Constable Swaroopa of Dundigal Police Station has broken convention by filing criminal charge sheets entirely in Telugu. Traditionally, police reports and court documents in Telangana are prepared in English, leaving many citizens struggling to understand legal proceedings. Swaroopa’s initiative has drawn widespread praise for bridging this gap and making the justice system more transparent for ordinary people.

During 2025, Swaroopa completed investigations in two notable cases and submitted all final reports in Telugu. One case involved the seizure of illegally stocked liquor from a grocery store in Bowrampet, while the other centered on tracing a missing migrant woman and her young daughter and safely reuniting them with their family. By preparing these reports in the regional language, Swaroopa ensured that complainants and local stakeholders could fully comprehend the proceedings, reducing confusion and fostering trust in law enforcement. Senior officials, including ACP Shankar Reddy, supported her initiative, emphasizing that the use of regional languages can strengthen public confidence in policing. Swaroopa was later recognized as one of the Cyber Warriors during a state-level police programme held in Hyderabad.

Her groundbreaking work was made possible with the support of Bellapu Swamy, SI of CID, who has long championed filing official documents in the mother tongue. Speaking to Metro India, he said, “During my duty in states like Mumbai and Karnataka, I saw many charge sheets filed in the local language. I wondered why we couldn’t do the same in Telangana. It not only shows love for our language but also makes communication easier and reduces confusion for those unfamiliar with English. I have always loved my mother tongue.”

Bellapu Swamy, a 2014-batch officer, is also renowned for his literary talent. While excelling in police duties, he has written essays and poems on contemporary social issues, many of which have been published and acclaimed. Inspired by his passion for Telugu, Swaroopa continues to blend public service with cultural advocacy, ensuring that law enforcement is not only effective but also inclusive. Recently, Swamy participated in the 3rd World Telugu Conference in Guntur, where his poem highlighting crimes against girls received special recognition, further inspiring colleagues like Swaroopa to use language and literature as tools for awareness and social change.