New Delhi, Dec. 12 -- Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena on Friday approved the grant of Honorary Ranks, one level above their existing posts, to Delhi Police personnel from Constable to Sub-Inspector ranks on the day of their superannuation.

According to the official press release, this, however, does not constitute pensionary benefits. The release said that more than 88,000 Delhi Police Personnel will benefit from this move.

The press release said, "Delhi Police personnel in these non-gazetted ranks who have completed two years in their present rank, have good APARs for the last five years, and have not faced any significant punishment during their service, will be eligible for such Honorary Ranks. Sub-Inspectors at the time of super...