The Calcutta High Court on Friday took a stern view of the condition of correctional homes across West Bengal, highlighting major concerns over custodial deaths, overcrowding, staff shortages, and the safety and healthcare of inmates, particularly...
On paper, India’s prison system appears manageable. National averages suggest occupancy at around 121 percent, with budgets rising and new facilities coming online. However, the reality inside many jails is far more severe, with hundreds operating...
The West Bengal government has announced the release of 45 life-sentenced prisoners, with Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee describing the move as recognition of their...