The Sindh Home Department has allocated Rs. 1,300,149,000 (over Rs. 1.3 billion) for the repair and improvement of 15 jails across the province. This initiative aims to address infrastructure concerns and enhance overall jail conditions. The Home Department prepared a case for approval by the Planning and Development Department (PDWP). The project encompasses construction and repair work across various jails, including: The allocated funds are designated for a variety of construction and repair projects aimed at enhancing the infrastructure of these jails. Specifically, the plans include construction activities at Central Jail Sukkur, Central Jail Khairpur, Central Jail Larkana, and District Jail Ghotki. Additionally, repairs are slated for District Jail Shikarpur, Jacobabad, Women Jail Larkana, and Sukkur Jail. Among the proposed upgrades are the construction of an administrative block within Central Jail Karachi and the improvement of internal roads, pathways, and drainage systems in Central Jail Karachi, Central Jail Mirpur Khas, District Jail Nowshero Feroze, and District Jail Nawabshah.

Notably, a significant project involves the erection of a new boundary wall exceeding 10 feet in height between District Jail Jacobabad and District Jail Sanghar. To proceed with these initiatives, the Home Department has compiled a comprehensive case for review and approval by the Provincial Development Working Party (PDWP), operating under the Planning and Development Department. Following the anticipated clearance from the PDWP, the Finance Department is poised to release the earmarked funds to facilitate the execution of these projects. These renovation endeavors were previously put on hold by the Sindh caretaker government following the announcement of general elections. However, the recent allocation of funds signals a promising restart for these critical infrastructure enhancements within the province's correctional facilities.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan