Karnataka suspends jail chief after videos showed inmates drinking, smoking

The Karnataka prisons department has suspended the chief of a jail following the emergence of videos showing inmates drinking alcohol and smoking inside the facility. The footage raised serious questions about security protocols and supervision standards at the institution.

Authorities launched an inquiry into how such activities were permitted within the prison premises. The suspension reflects the department's response to the breach of discipline and oversight failures documented in the videos.

The incident highlights ongoing concerns about security and discipline management in correctional facilities across the state.