Prisoners across Punjab will be able to watch the much-anticipated Pakistan-India cricket match, as the provincial government has made special arrangements for live screening in all 44 jails, including Adiala Jail, officials confirmed on Sunday.
According to the Punjab Home Department spokesperson, special measures have been taken to facilitate inmates, including those in children’s jails, allowing them to watch the high-voltage contest.
Punjab Home Secretary Noorul Amin Mengal has directed Inspector General (IG) Prisons to ensure proper arrangements for the live broadcast.
As part of the Punjab government’s Prison Reforms Policy, authorities have been focusing on engaging inmates in constructive activities to rehabilitate them into society.
In addition to sports screenings, industrial units and libraries have been set up in various jails to provide skill-based learning and educational resources.
