Congress Flags Overcrowding In Chhattisgarh Jails After 66 Prisoner Deaths In A Year

The recent Question Hour in the Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly highlighted a serious issue regarding prisoner deaths, with a reported 66 fatalities occurring within the state’s jails between January 2025 and January 2026. This alarming statistic has raised concerns among opposition parties, particularly the Congress, which is now calling for urgent reforms and a thorough investigation into the conditions of the state's prison facilities. The Congress party has attributed these deaths largely to overcrowding and inadequate medical care within prisons. As the state grapples with prison overpopulation, the government faces mounting pressure to address the systemic issues that contribute to such tragic outcomes. The situation underscores the need for comprehensive reforms in the criminal justice system, aimed at improving living conditions for inmates and ensuring their health and safety. Lawmakers have been urged to prioritize these reforms in light of the growing public outcry and the pressing need for accountability in managing the state's correctional facilities.