Chandigarh: Haryana Cooperation, Jails, Tourism, Heritage and Elections Minister, Dr Arvind Sharma, said that to mark Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi’s completion of 25 years of service, dedication and nation-building in public life, the ‘Seva Sankalp Campaign’ will be organised in jails across the state from September 17 to October 17. During the campaign, plantation drives, blood donation camps, yoga, health and spiritual activities, along with initiatives related to education and reformation, will be organised in the jails. Maximum participation of inmates will be ensured in the campaign.
Objective is to Take the Message of Service and Positive Thinking to Jails
Dr Arvind Sharma said that Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi has accorded priority to service in his public life and emphasised making every section of society a partner in nation-building. The same message will be taken to the jails during the Seva Sankalp Campaign. Plantation will convey the message of environmental conservation, blood donation as service, yoga for good health and spiritual activities for positive thinking.
Directions to Prepare Jail-Wise Programmes
The Jails Minister has directed all jail officers in the state to prepare jail-wise programmes for effective implementation of the campaign. He said that a detailed schedule of different activities should be prepared in advance for each jail from September 17 to October 17 so that programmes can be organised continuously throughout the month. Instead of limiting the campaign to a single event, activities should be planned keeping in view the facilities available in the jails and the participation of inmates.
Dialogue to be Held with Young Inmates
During the campaign, special interaction will also be held with young inmates pursuing education in jails. They will be encouraged to share their views on service, education, future, skills and return to the mainstream of society, and will be given an opportunity to put forward their views and suggestions. The Jails Minister directed the officers to ensure the active participation of such inmates.
Focus on Education and Reformation Activities
Dr. Arvind Sharma said that activities related to education and reformation are already being undertaken in jails, and the participation of inmates associated with these activities will be further increased during the Seva Sankalp Campaign. Training in various ITI trades, along with programmes related to IGNOU, open schooling and literacy, are also being conducted in the state’s jails.
He said that the objective of the campaign is to further strengthen the positive environment in jails and inspire inmates to reconnect with the mainstream of society through service, education, health, environmental conservation and spiritual activities.