In a significant move to tackle the acute shortage of prison staff, the Odisha government has approved the deployment of home guards across various jails in the state. This strategic decision comes as a response to the growing concern over security management in correctional facilities.
Addressing the Staffing Crisis
The state's prisons have been grappling with a substantial deficit of warders, creating challenges in maintaining proper security protocols and day-to-day operations. The home guards will now step in to fill this critical gap, bringing much-needed reinforcement to the overstretched prison staff.
Official Approval and Implementation
The formal approval was granted following recommendations from prison authorities who highlighted the urgent need for additional manpower. According to official sources, the home guards will undergo necessary training and orientation to handle prison-specific duties and security requirements.
Enhanced Security Measures
This deployment is expected to significantly improve security arrangements within the state's correctional facilities. The additional personnel will help in:
- Better monitoring of inmate activities
- Enhanced surveillance and patrol duties
- Improved emergency response capabilities
- More efficient management of prison routines
Long-term Solution in Progress
While the home guards deployment serves as an immediate solution, prison authorities emphasize that this is a temporary measure. The government continues to work on permanent recruitment solutions to address the underlying staff shortage issue systematically.
The move has been welcomed by prison administration officials who believe it will bring substantial relief to the existing staff and contribute to maintaining better order and discipline within the correctional facilities.
