DIG Prisons inspects security, inmate welfare at Shahpur jail

SARGODHA, Jul 25 (APP): Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Prisons Sargodha Region, Saeedullah Gondal on Saturday inspected District Jail Shahpur, reviewing security arrangements, inmate welfare measures and the overall functioning of the prison.

During the visit, Gondal toured various barracks and met inmates to hear their complaints and seek feedback on the facilities being provided.

He also inspected the jail kitchen, reviewed the quality of food served to prisoners and examined sanitation arrangements within the premises.

The DIG assessed security protocols at the prison’s entry and exit points, including the screening of goods brought into the facility and directed the jail administration to maintain strict security while ensuring quality food, healthcare and improved living conditions for inmates.

District Jail Shahpur Superintendent, Abubakar Abdullah and other officials briefed the DIG on the prison’s operations, security measures and administrative affairs.

Gondal also visited the jail’s production unit, where he was apprised of its performance and inspected products manufactured by inmates under vocational training and rehabilitation programmes.