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Koraput Jail: Where prisoners suffer incarceration and earn income

IndiaTimes Tuesday, 31 December 2024 ()
The century-old Koraput district jail in Odisha is blending punishment with reform by enabling inmates to produce and sell handicrafts, agricultural products, and fabricated items. With skill development initiatives, this approach aims to rehabilitate inmates and ensure self-sustenance post-release, benefiting around 128 prisoners and generating significant revenue.
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