Gauhati HC Directs Assam, Nagaland, Mizoram And Arunachal Pradesh To Report Steps Taken To Improve Condition Of Central/District Jails

The Gauhati High Court took cognizance of the poor condition of jails in the northeastern states. The Court, while hearing a public interest litigation, directed authorities to improve the infrastructure and living conditions of prisoners. The Court noted that overcrowding, lack of proper sanitation, and insufficient healthcare facilities were some of the major issues plaguing the jails in the region. The ruling stressed the importance of upholding prisoners' rights and ensuring that they are provided with humane conditions while serving their sentences. The Court ordered a comprehensive review of jail conditions to address these concerns.