Archive · 6 Aug 2025
NCW Member Reviews Women's Jail in Ludhiana
Mamta Kumari from the National Commission for Women visited a women's jail and other centers to check on things.
She told the jail to give free legal help to women who can't afford it.
She also wants inmates to have family visits to stay happy.
She wants skill programs to help them after jail.
Kumari also opened another 'Tere Mere Sapne' center to help young people build strong families.
NCW member Mamta Kumari reviewed facilities at a women's jail, Sakhi One-Stop Centre, and Anganwadi Centre in Ludhiana.
Kumari instructed jail authorities to provide free legal aid to financially disadvantaged women.
She emphasized the mental well-being of inmates and directed officials to facilitate family visits.
Skill development programs were advocated for to aid reintegration into society.
Kumari inaugurated a second 'Tere Mere Sapne' centre for youth empowerment in Sunder Nagar.
- Who
- NCW member Mamta Kumari
- What
- NCW member Mamta Kumari reviewed facilities at a women’s jail, Sakhi One-Stop Centre, and Anganwadi Centre.
- When
- August 5th
- Where
- Ludhiana
- Why
- To assess living conditions, address concerns, and ensure effective implementation of support programs for women and children.
- Organization
- National Commission for Women (NCW)
- Location
- Ludhiana
- Focus
- Women's welfare and empowerment
- Key Action
- Facility review and program inaugurations
- 'Tere Mere Sapne' Centers
- Provide counselling for healthy family relationships