CAG Report Exposes Punjab Jail Overcrowding Crisis
Published on: March 17, 2026, 12:10 a.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report highlights critical issues like overcrowding, inadequate infrastructure, and poor medical facilities in Punjab jails. Despite recommendations and government efforts, prisons remain overpopulated. The report raises concerns about prolonged undertrial custody, insufficient construction, and lacking healthcare, emphasizing the urgent need for reforms.
