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The study was commissioned after two inmates escaped from Poojappura Central Jail in June 2013.
Former Additional Chief Secretary of Kerala, Sajan Peter, highlights lapses in Kannur jail security and negligence by prison officials in Govindachamy's escape
Chief Minister noted that Govindachamy’s escape from Kannur Jail was a serious issue.
Govindachamy's escape highlights CCTV failure, electric fence malfunction, and staff negligence in Kannur jail.
Govindachamy (41), who was sentenced to life imprisonment for the rape and murder of a 23-year-old woman, escaped from Kannur jail in the early hours of Friday.
Govindachamy escape from Kannur Central Jail after being convicted in the Soumya rape and murder case sparked a massive manhunt. He was quickly recaptured near Thalap, raising concerns about prison security lapses.
The method was similar to 'Ripper' Jayanandan, a death row prisoner who had in 2013 escaped from Poojapura Central Prison.
Kannur: Balram Kumar Upadhyay, IPS, Director General of Prisons and Correctional Services, stated that a detailed probe is underway into the escape of rape and murder convict Govindachamy from a high-security cell in Kannur Central Jail. Speaking to Manorama News, the DGP said strict action will be
Sunil, originally from Moozhikkal in Koruthode, Idukki, was just 18 and an ITI student when he fled after stabbing his paternal uncle.
Though the prison facility's capacity is only 110, it often has to house 200-225 people.
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