In a bizarre and shocking incident, officials at the Penukonda Sub-Jail in Sri Sathya Sai district refused to release a prisoner despite court-granted bail. The reason? They wanted a chair!
Family Forced to Buy a Chair for Prisoner’s Release
Even after getting bail, the prisoner was not allowed to leave. Jail authorities reportedly told his family that he would only be released if they provided a chair for the jail. The prisoner’s relatives, who were already struggling financially, had no choice but to spend ₹8,000 on a chair. Only after they handed it over did the officials let the prisoner go.
Corruption in the Jail System?
This shocking incident has raised serious questions about corruption and misuse of power in the jail system. Demanding goods in exchange for a prisoner’s release is illegal and unethical. If this is happening in Penukonda Sub-Jail, it raises concerns about how widespread this practice might be in other jails across Andhra Pradesh.
Public Outrage and Demand for Action
The incident has sparked outrage, with many demanding strict action against the officials involved. Legal experts and social activists are calling for an investigation to stop such practices.
The big question remains—will the government take action? Or will this just be another case of corruption that gets ignored?
