Ghagidih Jail Partners With HP to Open Petrol Pumps Run by Ex-Inmates

Prison Administration Plans 99 Outlets Starting Near Jail Premises

Ghagidih Jail Administration signs MoU with Hindustan Petroleum to establish petrol pumps that will employ former prisoners for their rehabilitation.

Key Points:

• Jail signs MoU with Hindustan Petroleum for prisoner rehabilitation project
• Administration applying for licenses and identifying land near prison premises
• Ex-inmates with good conduct record to get employment at fuel stations

JAMSHEDPUR – Ghagidih Jail Administration has partnered with Hindustan Petroleum to launch petrol pumps employing former inmates.

The initiative aims to provide rehabilitation opportunities. Meanwhile, the jail administration is processing required licenses.

The program will begin near Ghagidih Central Jail. Moreover, Sakchi Jail will also get a petrol pump.

Land details are being sought from district officials. Furthermore, plot maps are under review.

Extensive Training Plans

The administration will provide specialized training to selected candidates. Meanwhile, they must show good conduct records.

The project envisions 99 petrol pumps across locations. However, initial focus remains on jail premises.

Ghatsila Sub-Jail may join the initiative later. Moreover, experts appreciate this rehabilitation approach.

Existing Rehabilitation Programs

A prisoner-operated bakery already functions successfully. Meanwhile, inmates also produce handloom items.

The jail runs an aluminum utensil manufacturing unit. Furthermore, prisoners earn money for post-release use.

“This initiative ensures dignified livelihood opportunities,” says Ajay Kumar Prajapati, Jail Superintendent. Meanwhile, similar programs show positive results nationwide.