The Bihar government has unveiled ambitious plans for a high-security prison on a rugged, remote hillside, evoking the dread of British-era ‘Kala Pani.’ This cutting-edge facility will isolate Bihar’s most dangerous criminals from any form of external contact.
During the legislative budget session, Home Minister Samrat Chaudhary detailed the project. Perched in an inaccessible terrain, the jail will block all mobile signals and internet. A solitary road, lined with ironclad security measures, will serve as the lifeline—and potential choke point.
Aimed at housing grave criminals, the decision follows Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s push for stringent reforms in incarceration. ‘Absolute isolation is key,’ Chaudhary stated, ensuring no outsider can breach the perimeter.
This comes amid ongoing concerns over jailbreaks and inmate networks fueling crime outside. While Bhagalpur Central Jail manages many such cases, the new prison will set unprecedented standards.
Stakeholders are buzzing about the implications for Bihar’s security landscape. Will this be the ultimate solution to gang violence and terrorism? With details still under wraps, the project underscores the government’s zero-tolerance policy on lawlessness.