Archive · 9 Nov 2025
Bengaluru Central Jail Sees More Lapses: Inmates Party with Liquor, Phones
Some prisoners in a jail in Bengaluru were caught on camera having parties with drinks and snacks, and even dancing!
This isn't the first time something like this has happened, as other videos showed some very bad criminals using phones and watching TV.
This has made government officials very upset because they believe jails should be secure places.
They are investigating how this happened and promise to punish anyone who made mistakes.
Even though the jail might not have many guards, the officials say that's not an excuse for these serious problems.
An investigation is now underway to find out who is responsible and make sure it doesn't happen again.
New videos show Bengaluru Central Jail inmates partying with liquor, snacks, and dancing.
These incidents follow previous revelations of notorious inmates using mobile phones and watching television.
Inmates implicated include alleged ISIS recruiter Zuhaib Hameed Shakeel Manna, serial rapist-killer Umesh Reddy, and gold smuggling mastermind Tarun Raju.
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara condemned the lapses, calling them 'nonsense' and vowing strict action.
An inquiry has been launched by the Prisons Department, with officials promising accountability for the security breaches.
- Who
- Inmates of Bengaluru Central Jail, including alleged ISIS recruiter Zuhaib Hameed Shakeel Manna, serial rapist-killer Umesh Reddy, gold smuggling mastermind Tarun Raju; Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara; Chief Minister Siddaramaiah; Prisons Department officials.
- What
- New videos and visuals have emerged showing inmates at Bengaluru Central Jail partying with liquor, snacks, and dancing, alongside previous revelations of notorious inmates using mobile phones and watching television, indicating severe security lapses.
- When
- Recent emergence of videos and visuals, following earlier reports of inmate phone and TV usage. Recent statements made by Home Minister and Chief Minister.
- Where
- Bengaluru Central Jail, Karnataka.
- Why
- The incidents highlight significant security breaches, potential lax oversight, and the availability of unauthorized amenities to inmates, prompting official condemnation and investigations.
Severe Security Failures and Unacceptable Inmate Privileges
Official Condemnation and Investigation into Lapses
Inmate Activities and Privileges
Severe Security Failures and Unacceptable Inmate Privileges
Videos show inmates at Bengaluru Central Jail partying with liquor, snacks, and dancing. Notorious inmates, including an ISIS recruiter and a murder convict, are seen using mobile phones and watching television, highlighting a lack of security and order.
Official Condemnation and Investigation into Lapses
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara condemned the incidents, calling them 'nonsense' and stating that such access to phones and luxuries cannot be tolerated. He stressed that understaffing is not an excuse for these breaches.
Accountability for Security Breaches
Severe Security Failures and Unacceptable Inmate Privileges
The recurring incidents, including a previous birthday celebration and current party videos, suggest systemic failures in the jail's security apparatus, allowing high-risk inmates undue privileges.
Official Condemnation and Investigation into Lapses
The Prisons Department has launched an internal inquiry to verify the footage and identify those responsible. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has assured that necessary action will be taken, and strict action promised against errant officials.
- Location
- Bengaluru Central Jail (Parappana Agrahara)
- Documented Inmate Activities
- Partying with liquor, snacks, dancing, using mobile phones, watching television, cooking.
- Notorious Inmates Involved
- Zuhaib Hameed Shakeel Manna (ISIS recruiter), Umesh Reddy (rape-murder convict), Tarun Raju (gold smuggling mastermind).
- Official Reaction
- Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara called lapses 'nonsense' and vowed strict action. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah assured necessary action.
- Official Action
- Prisons Department initiated an internal inquiry into the videos and footage.
Sources
Rapist, Criminals Seen Using Phones, Watching TV Inside Bengaluru Jail
Terror suspects, notorious criminals caught using mobile phones in Bengaluru’s high-security jail; CM assures action
After Viral Clips, Probe Ordered Into ‘VIP Treatment’ of Convicts at Bengaluru Jail
VIP Treatment in Jail? Shocking Videos Show Notorious Criminals Using Phone, Watching TV In Bengaluru Prison
Karnataka: ISIS terrorist Juhad Hameed Shakeel Manna gets VIP treatment in Bengaluru jail, video of him using cell phone surfaces online
ISIS recruiter, serial rapist among inmates seen using mobile phones and watching TV inside Bengaluru Central Jail; probe ordered after viral videos
"Enough Is Enough": A Warning After ISIS Recruiter Seen Using Phone In Bengaluru Jail
Liquor Party, Dancing Inmates: No End To Lapses At Bengaluru Central Jail
