7 months ago
Goa Jail's Mobile Charging Points Shock Court
The High Court of Bombay at Goa was very surprised and upset to find out that there were mobile phone charging points inside the jail cells at the Central Jail in Colvale, Goa.
The court said this is a big problem because it means that inmates can use mobile phones, which they should not have.
The court asked the jail authorities to install special devices called jammers to stop mobile phones from working inside the jail.
The court also said that the jail should have cameras to watch the inmates when they come in and when they meet visitors.
The court wants the jail to keep the camera recordings safe.
All of this is to make sure that inmates do not get mobile phones or other illegal things inside the jail.
High Court of Bombay at Goa expressed shock over mobile charging points in Colvale jail cells.
Court directed jail authorities to install robust jammer network to prevent mobile phone use.
Jail administration asked to reply by January 20, 2026.
Court ordered installation of CCTV cameras at inspection counters and meeting areas.
Daily CCTV footage to be preserved and submitted to Deputy Superintendent of Police.
- Who
- High Court of Bombay at Goa, Chandu Patil, jail authorities
- What
- Installation of mobile charging points inside jail cells
- Where
- Central Jail at Colvale, North Goa
- When
- Recent order, reply deadline January 20, 2026
- Why
- To prevent smuggling of mobile phones and contraband, ensure security
Key facts
- Location
- Central Jail at Colvale, North Goa
- Issue Identified
- Mobile charging points inside jail cells
- Court's Response
- Directed jail authorities to install robust jammer network
- Deadline for Reply
- January 20, 2026
- Key Figure
- Chandu Patil (alleged murderer)
- Court's Concern
- Regular smuggling of mobile phones and contraband
- Court's Directive
- Install CCTV cameras at inspection counters and Mulaqat areas
- Preservation of Footage
- Daily CCTV footage to be preserved and submitted to Deputy Superintendent of Police
Quotes
An officer
A police officer involved in the operation
“During the operation, police recovered six mobile phones, four chargers, and some other articles”
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Varun Sharma
Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) of Patiala
“Possession of mobile phones inside jails is a serious security breach”
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