Archive · 3 Dec 2025
Delhi Approves 10,000 Desks from Tihar Jail
The Delhi government has decided to buy 10,000 desks from the Tihar Jail Factory.
These desks will help schools that don't have enough furniture.
The government thinks this is a good idea because it helps prisoners learn skills and makes the furniture cheaper.
The desks are as good as those made by the Public Works Department but cost less.
This is part of a bigger plan to get 25,000 desks for schools.
Delhi government approves procurement of 10,000 dual desks from Tihar Jail Factory.
Decision aims to address furniture shortages in government schools.
Part of a phased plan to meet a total demand of 25,000 desks.
Furniture from Tihar Jail is 25% cheaper than market rates and meets PWD standards.
Sourcing from Tihar Jail supports inmate rehabilitation and skill development.
- Who
- Delhi government and Tihar Jail Factory
- What
- Procurement of 10,000 dual desks
- When
- Decision cleared by the Delhi Cabinet (exact date not specified)
- Where
- Delhi, India
- Why
- To address furniture shortages in government schools and support inmate rehabilitation
- Number of Desks Approved
- 10,000
- Total Demand
- 25,000
- Cost Advantage
- 25% cheaper than market rates
- Manufacturer
- Tihar Jail Factory
- Purpose
- Address furniture shortages in government schools
- Benefit
- Supports inmate rehabilitation and skill development
- Quality Standard
- Comparable to PWD standards
