5 Largest Prisons in the World

In this piece, we’ll take a look at the 5 Largest Prisons in the World. For more such companies, go to the 10 Largest Prisons in the World.

5. Tihar Jail

Number of Total Inmates: 19,500

Tihar Jail prison complex covers a land of more than 400 acres of land. It is located in West Delhi, India, and is considered South Asia’s largest prison. With nine central prisons, it is divided into individual cells for women, adolescents, and first-time offenders.

Tihar Jail is under the administrative control of the Department of Prisons, Government of Delhi and also provides medical facilities and recreational activities to its inmates. Kiran Bedi, a super cop, revolutionized the system of Tihar Jail by introducing prisoners to NGO activities, early morning prayers, and meditation. According to newslaundry, the facility uses music therapy to engage inmates and train them in music professionally.