Delhi: Since 2013, poverty forced over 300 to stay in jail for longer duration; most held for unpaid fines
Over the past decade, 332 individuals, predominantly men, remained in Delhi prisons after completing their sentences due to an inability to pay court-imposed fines. Many served additional time, often less than six months, stemming from economic hardship or lack of family support. A scheme for financial assistance to poor prisoners was approved last year to address this issue.
Over the past decade, 332 individuals, predominantly men, remained in Delhi prisons after completing their sentences due to an inability to pay court-imposed fines. Many served additional time, often less than six months, stemming from economic hardship or lack of family support. A scheme for financial assistance to poor prisoners was approved last year to address this issue.
