Odisha to launch e-custody system in jails under 5T initiative

As part of theOdishagovernments 5T (transparency, teamwork, technology, timeframe and transformation) initiative, thestate prisons directoratehas decided to introduce e-custody system injails. Once introduced, e-custody certificates ofprisonerscan be sent online to courts in quick time.

Besides, the prisons directorate has provided a laptop to each jail for smooth functioning of e-mulakat and video conferencing with courts under the e-prisons project.

The jail adalats would also be beneficial for those inmates, who are unable to come out despite being granted bail. Around 381 prisoners are currently lodged in different jails here for their failure to comply with the bail conditions and inability to furnish sureties