Gujarat: CID Crime and Prisons DGP visits Lajpore Central Jail in Surat, awards certificates to inmate toppers
Surat, June 25
Dr KLN Rao, Director General of Police for CID Crime and Prisons, on Thursday conducted an official visit to Lajpore Central Jail in Surat to review the facility's administrative operations and prisoner welfare initiatives.
During his visit, the DGP held a comprehensive meeting with jail officials and staff to evaluate current law and order protocols. His objective was to provide constructive guidance and essential suggestions aimed at strengthening and simplifying administrative processes within the prison.
Following the review, Dr Rao conducted a detailed inspection of the jail's various sections and the facilities provided to the inmates.
A key highlight of the visit was the recognition of academic achievements among the prison population. Dr. Rao awarded certificates to inmates who successfully passed their 10th and 12th-grade board examinations, recognising their dedication to learning despite their circumstances.
In his address to the successful candidates, Dr Rao offered his heartfelt congratulations, emphasising that education is the most powerful tool for self-improvement. He encouraged the inmates to remain committed to their progress, urging them to build a better future and reintegrate into mainstream society with dignity once they are released.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Good move by the DGP but let's not forget that many undertrials spend years in jail without conviction. While we celebrate these 10th and 12th pass-outs, we should also push for faster trials. Education is great, but justice delayed is justice denied. Still, congrats to the inmates for their hard work!
As a Gujarati, I'm proud of this. Our jails should be reform centres, not just punishment zones. That DGP sir personally visited and awarded certificates—this sends a strong message that society hasn't forgotten these people. Education is the way to break the cycle of crime. Well done!
Coming from a Western country, I find this quite unique and admirable. In many places, prison education programs exist but rarely get this level of high-level recognition. Kudos to Dr. Rao for making it a priority. Rehabilitation over retribution—that's the way forward.
Nice gesture, but let's be real—one visit doesn't fix the overcrowding and lack of basic amenities in our jails. I remember reports from last year about poor medical facilities at Lajpore itself. Recognition is good, but systemic change is needed. Hope the DGP also took note of the ground realities during his inspection.
This is so heartwarming! Education truly is the greatest equaliser. The fact that these inmates studied and passed their board exams in such difficult conditions—amazing resilience. And the DGP taking time out for this shows leadership with compassion. 👏👏
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