Thane Central Jail Celebrates Diwali With Special Exhibition Showcasing Inmates’ Handicrafts & Culinary Skills
Thane, November 04, 2026: The Thane Central Jail has inaugurated its annual Diwali exhibition, highlighting a wide array of handcrafted products, festive decorations, and culinary items meticulously prepared by its inmates. The event aims to foster rehabilitation, skill development, and self-reliance among prisoners and was inaugurated by Thane District Collector Dr. Shrikrishna Panchal. Speaking…
Thane Central Jail inaugurated its Diwali exhibition on November 4, 2026, showcasing handicrafts and culinary creations made by its inmates. Thane District Collector Dr. Shrikrishna Panchal inaugurated the event, praising the quality of products and requesting the public to support the initiative. The exhibition features upgraded traditional festive items like lanterns, earthen lamps, torans, jute bags, and blankets, along with dishes such as chakli, faral, and nankhatai.
Superintendent Rani Bhosale highlighted the success and innovation of this year's event, noting that the inmates have improved upon traditional crafts and introduced new product ranges. Each item has a scanner providing information about its creation, manufacturing process, and cultural significance. The jail's structured work program aims to train prisoners with three categories of skill levels, ensuring they receive daily wages for their labor.
The initiative serves as a vital tool for rehabilitation, preparing inmates for a better life upon their release.
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