Chandigarh: Dr Ravjot Singh assumed the charge as jails minister at the Punjab Civil Secretariat-1 here on Friday.After assuming office, Dr Ravjot Singh, who also holds the portfolios of NRI affairs and parliamentary affairs, convened a key meeting with senior officials of the jails department to review ongoing works, achievements and future plans.The minister said: “Focused efforts will be made to further streamline the functioning of the jails department. Priority will be given to improving facilities for inmates and strengthening the correctional framework.”He directed the officers to “ensure transparency, accountability and strict adherence to human rights while working towards making the prison system modern and efficient”.MSID:: 129850530 413 |
