Officials Address Corruption in Prison System

Home Affairs Adviser Lt Gen (retd) Md Jahangir Alam Chowdhury emphasized that most prison issues stem from bribery and corruption during a meeting with prison officials in Dhaka. He linked the recent Anti-discrimination Student Movement to deeper societal problems, including corruption and rising prices, asserting that bribery in prisons must be eradicated. The adviser called for prisons to be transformed into proper correctional facilities, advocating for improved food quality and enhanced training for guards. He also stressed the importance of maintaining discipline and welfare among prison staff, urging officials to uphold their integrity. This meeting included various concerns raised by prison officers, with the Inspector General of Prisons in attendance. In a related context, the Bureau of Corrections in the Philippines defended its cashless transaction policy aimed at reducing corruption and illegal activities within prisons, which has faced scrutiny from lawmakers.