Mysore/Mysuru, Dec. 19 -- * Real-time inmate tracking, biometric calling and cashless canteens

* AI-based trial run held on Dec. 17; tenders to be floated after approval

In a major move to strengthen prison security and enhance transparency, the Karnataka Government is rolling out a technology-driven prison management system across nine major prisons in the State, including the Central Prison in Mysuru.

The digital overhaul will feature real-time inmate movement tracking, cashless canteen systems and QR code-based biometric prisoner phone calling kiosks. The system will be implemented at prisons in Bengaluru, Mysuru, Kalaburagi, Ballari, Belagavi, Dharwad, Vijayapura, Shivamogga and Bidar.

The initiative follows explosive revelations ...