Chandigarh, April 6 -- In a bold move to give inmates a second shot at life, the Chandigarh Police are launching a comprehensive skill development programme within the premises of Model Jail in Sector 51.

The initiative, which is being rolled out in collaboration with the UT department of technical education, will offer hands-on training to inmates across different categories to equip them with employable skills for post-release life.

A dedicated vocational lab will soon be established inside the jail, where professional instructors and technical experts will impart training through both online and offline modules.

Offline workshops in carpentry, plumbing, electrical wiring and sewing will be conducted in the lab, ensuring inmates get ...