Gandapur Jail serves as an effective place for reform

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Gandapur Jail serves as an effective place for reform

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur recently spoke at a ceremony hosted by the Prisons Department, emphasizing the importance of prison reforms and the need for a more efficient justice system in Pakistan. Reflecting on his personal experiences, he shared, “Jail is not just a place of punishment but a great place for reform,” highlighting that many prisoners are victims of a flawed system and not all of them are criminals. He noted, “Punishment should aim at reform, not just confinement,” and stressed the need to eliminate delays in legal proceedings.

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Gandapur also advocated for the digitization of the justice system, believing that digital solutions could streamline processes, as is being done globally. He pointed out the challenge of having a single inspector general overseeing 39 jails and called for reforms that would allow inmates to communicate with their families remotely, suggesting a more efficient approach to prison management.

In a separate part of his speech, during the oath-taking ceremony of the Peshawar Press Club, the chief minister urged journalists to prioritize truth and justice over self-interest. He emphasized that politics should be seen as a form of service, not corruption, and encouraged the media to serve as a tool for accountability. Acknowledging his past mistakes, Gandapur spoke about his personal growth, particularly in his tolerance for criticism, and reiterated the importance of maintaining quality and principles, as advocated by PTI founder Imran Khan.

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