Director General of Police (DGP), Prisons, V K Singh on Monday visited Central Jail Srinagar and reviewed security arrangements, besides directed officials to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to curtail the spread of COVID-19 among inmates.

A police spokesperson said that Mr Singh on Monday visited Central Jail Srinagar to take stock of security arrangements and to evaluate the general living conditions available in the jail.

The DGP inspected all barracks, hospital, quarantine, CCTV control room, video-conferencing facility, kitchen & other sections of the jail.

He inspected progress of Interview Room, Recreation hall, Gym, Bakery Shop, Barber shop and Prison Inmate Calling System.

Mr Singh interacted with the inmates regarding food, accommodation and medical facilities available in the jail. He was informed by the Medical Officer regarding precautionary measures taken to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the jail. The DG directed the staff for strict adherence to SOPs issued in this regard.

He instructed the Jail Superintendent to exercise vigil and take necessary measures for welfare of staff and inmates. He also reviewed the ongoing construction works and directed the technical wing to ensure quality and pace.