India, Feb. 16 -- From a life behind bars to a life enriched

By Ganesh Anil

Mysuru Central Jail has proven that incarceration is not just about punishment but also an opportunity for transformation. Many former inmates have turned their lives around, emerging as role models who contribute meaningfully to society.

The jail offers extensive training programmes in pottery, weaving, small-scale industries, bakery production and electrical work. Recognising the power of theatre in personal transformation, it also provides theatre training, which has helped many inmates undergo profound change and actively participate in social causes upon release.

Often, impulsive decisions and uncontrolled anger lead individuals down a path of crime, land...