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The Supreme Court urged jail superintendents to proactively identify eligible female undertrial prisoners for release under Section 479(1) of the BNSS, aiming to address overcrowding and inhumane conditions. The Court stressed the necessity of focusing on women prisoners, particularly those with children, and reprimanded certain states for non-compliance with reporting.
The Supreme Court Bar Association and Supreme Court Advocates-on-Record Association today have restricted law intern access to the Supreme Court premises due to overcrowding. They have requested limiting entry to specific days, enforcing a one intern per advocate rule, and designating a space for interns. This is in response to interns occupying facilities, leading to a lack of seating for members.
On Monaday (11th March): The Chhattisgarh High Court has urged the state to consider introducing open jails, as overcrowding and prolonged incarceration pose significant challenges. The court highlighted the potential benefits of open prisons, promoting social integration and skill development for inmates. The state has been directed to assess the feasibility of implementing open jails by April 15.