AGRA: In an innovative move, the administration of the Muzaffarnagar jail came up with a unique idea; inmates have been appointed to look after other prisoners. As many as six committees of prisoners have been formed to address the overall well-being of the inmates aimed at their rehabilitation.Muzaffarnagar Jail superintendent, Sitaram Sharma, said, "These committees oversee various activities of the inmates including health, education, entertainment, physical fitness, discipline, and providing legal advice or counselling.He added that weekly Chaupals (Meetings), supervised by several jail officials, are held within the jail campus where inmates can discuss their issues and seek help.With the help of the education department of Muzaffarnagar, one of the six committees has been assigned to the development of skills and education of the prisoners, including illiterate ones. They are preparing profiles and lists of prisoners to identify those who can benefit from skill development programs with the goal of preparing the inmates for reintegration into mainstream society. Another committee is being formed for cleanliness and hygiene within the jail premises to create a better environment for all inmates.Committee members will also work towards acquainting incoming prisoners with jail rules and discipline to help them receive counselling in a better way. Inmates with knowledge of the law have been made part of the Legal Aid Committee whose objective is to assist fellow prisoners with legal matters, such as court appearances, fines, bail, sureties, and general legal information.

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