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Yerwada Central Jail is a noted high-security prison in Yerwada, Pune in Maharashtra. This is the largest prison in the state of Maharashtra, and also one of the largest prisons in South Asia, housing over 5,000 prisoners (2017) spread over various barracks and security zones, besides an open jail just outside its premises.
This prison is spread over 512 acres. The main security jail is protected by four high walls and it is divided into barracks and security zones. It also has egg-shaped cells where Ajmal Kasab was kept which is one of the highest securities in the jail.
The Yerawada Central Jail is a prison, built by the British in 1871 in Yerawada, Pune in Maharashtra. Sprawling over 500 acres, it is regarded as one of the largest prisons in South Asia. This jail is known for its historic significance.
Nov 2, 2022 · The Yerawada Central Jail is a prison, built by the British in 1871 in Yerawada, Pune in Maharashtra. Sprawling over 500 acres, it is regarded as one of the largest prisons in South Asia. This jail is known for its historic significance.
Yerwada Central Jail is one of the largest prisons in South Asia. Spread over an area of 60 acres, the jail can hold 5,000 inmates at a time. The high-security jail was built in 1871 in Yerwada, which was then located outside limits of Pune city.
Jan 28, 2021 · Yerawada Central Prison is a historic prison located in Pune, Maharashtra. Constructed in 1866, this prison in the largest in the state and one among the maximum security prisons in India. It detained many of Indian freedom fighters, including Mahatma Gandhi, Nehru, Patel etc.
Feb 14, 2021 · The mango tree still stands tall and safe in what is now known as the Yerawada Central Jail’s ‘Gandhi yard,’ a small enclosure behind light blue doors right at the entrance of the high-security prison.
