Mysuru: The stall set up by the Department of Prisons and Correctional Services at the Dasara Exhibition Grounds was inaugurated by Director General of Police (Prisons and Correctional Services) Alok Kumar yesterday. 

Speaking on the occasion, he said the stall features products made by inmates of the Central Prisons in Ballari, Mysuru and Bengaluru. The stall has been drawing large crowds, with shirts, diyas and bakery products in high demand. 

“High-quality products are being sold at affordable prices. The public should buy more products from the stall to support the rehabilitation of inmates. Proceeds from such sales would be utilised for the reformation activities of inmates. We strive to build a better society,” he said. 

Deputy Inspector General of Police (Administration) Jinendra Khanagavi, Additional Inspector General P.B. Anand Reddy, Mysuru Central Prison Chief Superintendent V. Seshumurthy and Deputy Inspector General of Prisons (South Zone) K.C. Divyashree were present.