Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala inaugurated PRISM, an AI-based surveillance system at Thiruvananthapuram Central Jail. Developed with Keltron, the system uses AI-powered cameras to monitor inmates, prevent contraband smuggling and escape attempts, while new food rules remove VIP considerations
Bihar government, led by Samrat Choudhary, conducted statewide surprise jail raids to strengthen prison security and reforms, with extensive searches across facilities finding no contraband while signalling stricter monitoring and discipline in correctional institutions
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara ordered a high-level review after a suspected ISIS terrorist and other inmates were found using mobile phones in Bengaluru Central Prison. He warned of “ruthless measures” and directed action against officials amid NIA observations and mounting criticism
Two inmates escaped Jaipur Central Jail using a rubber pipe, triggering fresh concerns about prison security. The facility has previously faced scrutiny over threats to Rajasthan CM and illegal mobile phone use.
