Guwahati, June 21 -- Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma officially inaugurated the newly constructed district jail at Kajalgaon in Chirang district, recognized as Northeast India's first fully modern correctional facility.

This cutting-edge prison complex, designed with an emphasis on rehabilitation and humane treatment, represents a significant advancement in Assam's correctional infrastructure.

The facility features state-of-the-art amenities and inclusive systems, with the capacity to house 636 inmates, including both undertrial detainees and convicted individuals.

Distinguishing itself from traditional prisons in the region, the Chirang District Jail incorporates specialized quarantine areas to maintain strict health and sani...