Tihar faces challenges as inmates exploit 5G network, tech upgrades needed

The installation of a 5G network in Delhi’s prisons proves to be a formidable task for the Tihar Jail administration, as existing jammers designed for 3G and 4G networks fall short, allowing inmates to maintain communication using the 5G network.

Criminals exploit this gap, prompting the prison authorities to emphasise the crucial need for technological upgrades.

Over the last 13 months, Tihar Jail has seized a total of 1430 mobile phones and SIM cards across various sections. The breakdown reveals the gravity of the issue, with specific jails facing distinct challenges.