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Gorakhpur dist jail inmates get open gym facility
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Gorakhpur: To promote physical fitness and mental well-being among inmates, an open gym was inaugurated at the Gorakhpur District Jail recently. The facility was launched under the government guidelines and aligns with the wellness goals outlined by the Uttar Pradesh State Legal Services Authority (UPSLSA), Lucknow, said Jailer AK Kushwaha on Sunday.
The gym was formally inaugurated by Additional District Judge and secretary, District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Pankaj Srivastava. Officials present at the event underscored the significance of regular exercise and yoga in maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
The jailer said that of the 2,000 inmates currently lodged in the jail, around 1,000 will be able to use the open gym facility. The remaining inmates are either elderly, unwell, or housed under high-security restrictions.
A roster is being prepared to schedule exercise slots for inmates during morning and evening hours.
On the inaugural day, 100 inmates participated in yoga sessions at the open gym. While there are 100 women inmates in the facility, they are currently unable to access the gym due to the absence of a dedicated boundary wall. "Once the boundary is constructed, women inmates will also be allowed to use the open gym," the jailer added.
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In the meantime, female inmates continue to practice yoga within the women's barrack.
As part of the UPSLSA's action plan, a surprise inspection of the jail was also conducted by Pankaj Srivastava. He inspected the kitchen, school, newly constructed women's barrack, men's barracks, hospital, and the Legal Aid Clinic. The jail superintendent was instructed to maintain hygiene and resolve prisoners' grievances without delay.
Additionally, a Lok Adalat was held on the premises, where 11 cases were settled on the spot by Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate Bhagwan Das Gupta. The event concluded with a vote of thanks by jail superintendent D K Pandey.
