Central Prison, Ambala
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| Location | Ambala, Haryana |
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| Status | Open |
| Security class | Maximum |
| Capacity | 1228 |
| Opened | 1872 |
Central Prison, Ambala is situated near the Civil Lines area in Ambala City. It has more than fifty total acres and an authorized capacity of 1228 prisoners.[1] The prison is known for its radio station pilot program, which launched early in 2021.[2][3]
History[edit]
It was erected by the Government in 1872 as Sub Jail. Further this prison was extended into District Jail in 1930 and Central Jail in 1947.[citation needed]
References[edit]
- ↑ "Jails in Haryana | Haryana Prisons, Government of Haryana,India". haryanaprisons.gov.in. Retrieved 2021-06-27.
- ↑ Nagpal, Bhavey (2021-05-23). "Union minister lauds Ambala jail inmate for Covid safety song". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 29 June 2021.
- ↑ "Six inmates to work as RJs at Ambala Central Jail". Hindustan Times. 2021-02-27. Retrieved 29 June 2021.
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