Gandhinagar, Aug. 15 -- Under the guidance of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Minister of State for Home Harsh Sanghavi, Director General of Prisons L N Rao, on Friday, announced significant initiatives for children of inmates and elderly and ill prisoners in Gujarat's jails, said a press statement from CMO.

Under the Vikasdeep scheme, children of inmates will receive cash rewards and certificates for their achievements in competitive exams. Those who clear the Preliminary Exam will be awarded Rs.5,001 along with a certificate. Clearing the Mains and Written Exam will fetch Rs 10,001 and a certificate. For final selection and appointment, children will receive Rs 15,001, a memento, and a certificate.

Awards will also be given to the ...