Hazaribag DC inspects jails, takes stock of hospital expansion works

Hazaribag: Facilities and ongoing development works at Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Narayan Central Jail, open jail-cum-rehabilitation centre and Sheikh Bhikhari Medical College and Hospital were reviewed by deputy commissioner Hemant Sati on Monday.During inspection of various wards at the jail, he reviewed drinking water facilities, sanitation, sheds, CCTV surveillance systems, watch towers and overall security arrangements. At the centre, he also interacted with convicted prisoners and enquired about their needs. The inmates expressed interest in receiving training in animal husbandry, following which the DC assured them that necessary arrangements would be made.He also took stock of expansion works on the hospital campus and directed the executing agency to expedite construction.