Raipur, Sept. 7 -- Chhattisgarh, long known for Naxalism and violence, is now witnessing efforts to transform its image. Under Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, prison reforms have been prioritised, with yoga and Sudarshan Kriya introduced for inmates in all state prisons.

The government believes that prisons should not only be a place of punishment but also an institution of reform and rehabilitation. Therefore, every day from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., inmates in all district jails are engaged in yoga and meditation. This initiative has brought about positive changes in the daily routine of both the prison administration and the inmates.

The state government has taken the support of the Art of Living Foundation in this campaign. Trainers fr...