Jharkhand High Court Directs Mandatory Monthly Medical Camps For Elderly Prisoners With Cataract, Diabetes And Hypertension

The Jharkhand High Court directed that mandatory monthly medical camps for elderly inmates, including cataract and diabetes check-ups, be conducted in jails. The Court’s ruling focused on improving the healthcare services for senior citizens within the jail system, highlighting the need for adequate medical care for vulnerable groups. Additionally, the Court called for regular jail adalats (court hearings within the jail) to address issues faced by inmates. This decision underscores the importance of ensuring basic human rights for prisoners and the responsibility of the state in maintaining their health and welfare during incarceration.