Karnataka’s Department of Prisons and Correctional Services has introduced a new system of allocating inmates based on alphabetical order to disrupt gang networks within the state’s correctional facilities. The initiative, announced by DGP Alok Kumar, aims to reduce the influence of organized groups and promote transparency in the distribution of prisoners across barracks. The policy is part of broader efforts to enhance security and administrative efficiency in the state’s prison system.
The new approach replaces the previous method of assigning inmates, which was reportedly used by gangs to consolidate power and control access to resources. By implementing an alphabetical system, authorities hope to prevent the formation of cliques and ensure a more equitable distribution of prisoners. This change is expected to reduce corruption and improve the overall management of prison populations.
The move has been welcomed by officials as a step toward modernizing prison administration. It reflects a growing emphasis on transparency and accountability in the state’s law enforcement and correctional services. The implementation details and expected outcomes will be closely monitored in the coming months. (thehindu.com)
