44 inmates escaped Odisha jails in last 5 years
India
Over the past five years, 44 inmates, including 33 awaiting trial and 11 convicted, have escaped from Odisha's jails, according to Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi.
He shared this update during a recent Assembly session after being questioned by MLA Sofia Firdous.
AI cameras rolled out to spot breakouts
Authorities have taken action against jail staff found negligent, and so far, 27 escapees have been caught while 17 are still missing.
To step up security, Odisha has rolled out AI cameras to spot breakouts and banned items being thrown over walls.