Karnataka prisons adopt alphabetical allocation of inmates to dismantle gang networks
DGP (Prisons and Correctional Services) Alok Kumar says new system aims to curb gang influence and ensure transparency in barrack allocation
In Karnataka, prisons have implemented a novel system to tackle gang activity and enhance prison administration transparency. Instead of grouping inmates based on their gang affiliation, authorities now allocate prisoners to barracks alphabetically, as stated by Director-General of Police (Prisons and Correctional Services) Alok Kumar during a recent inspection in Kalaburagi.
This groundbreaking approach aims to break the cycle of gang mentality and activities that often prevail within prison walls when inmates from the same gang are housed together. The move also seeks to eliminate allegations of favoritism in the allotment of barracks and privileges to inmates, promoting fairness and equality in the prison system.
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