Karnataka Prisons Department Partners with RV College for Inmate Rehabilitation
Prisons department signs MoU with RVCE to boost inmate rehabilitation
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The Karnataka Department of Prisons and Correctional Services has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with R.V. College of Engineering to implement skill development and digital literacy programs for inmates. This initiative aims to enhance employability and support reintegration into society.
- 01MoU signed between Karnataka Prisons Department and RV College of Engineering.
- 02Focus on skill development, digital literacy, and technology training for inmates.
- 03Two computer labs will be established for training in data entry and basic computer skills.
- 04Initiative aims to enhance employability and support reintegration into society.
- 05Reflects a growing emphasis on reformative justice in the correctional system.
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On April 30, 2026, the Karnataka Department of Prisons and Correctional Services signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with R.V. College of Engineering (RVCE) to enhance inmate rehabilitation through structured programs. The initiative aims to provide skill development, digital literacy, and technology-enabled training to improve the employability of inmates. The MoU was signed by Alok Kumar, Director General of Police (Prisons and Correctional Services), and K.N. Subramanya, principal of RVCE. As part of this initiative, the department plans to establish two computer labs to train selected inmates in data entry and basic computer courses, facilitating their reintegration into the workforce after release. This program reflects a significant shift towards reformative justice, equipping inmates with practical skills and education to aid their transition back into society.
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This initiative will provide inmates with valuable skills, improving their chances of employment and successful reintegration into society upon release.
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