Behind bars by choice: Hyderabad’s Chanchalguda Jail now lets citizens ‘feel the jail’ at ₹2,000 for 24 hours
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Summary
The 24-hour “Feel the Jail” experience has been priced at ₹2,000, while those opting for a shorter 12-hour stay will pay ₹1,000
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source The Hindu - National
Published Tuesday, 12 May 2026
Affected Population ~850 million internet users, 75,000+ startups
Key Numbers
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
UPI: 14 billion monthly transactions
850 million+ Aadhaar-linked mobiles
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right