Budget utilisationPrison authorities spend an average of Rs 10,474 per inmate annually, covering food, clothing, medical expenses, education and welfare. Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Odisha, and Chhattisgarh have shown a comparatively greater investment in prisoners’ welfare. Tamil Nadu has reported the highest sales of goods made by inmates. The case of Mehraj vs the State of Tamil Nadu deliberated on the provision of granting leave for emergencies and conjugal rights. The court directed the formation of a committee, which proposed an amendment to Section 15 of the Tamil Nadu Act 14 of 1982, recommending the temporary release of detenus.

Source: Indian Express February 15, 2024 05:42 UTC