Shocking Discovery in Tihar Jail: 125 Prisoners Found HIV Positive
A recent medical screening in Delhi's Tihar jail revealed 125 prisoners infected with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). The alarming discovery also detected Syphilis in around 200 inmates, raising concerns about prison health and well-being.
Sat, 27 Jul 2024
As reported by Times Algebra on Twitter, a recent medical screening of prisoners in Delhi's Tihar jail has revealed a staggering number of inmates infected with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). The alarming discovery indicates that out of the approximately 10,500 prisoners screened, 125 have tested positive for HIV.
The findings are equally concerning when it comes to other sexually transmitted infections. According to the report, around 200 prisoners in Tihar jail have been detected with Syphilis. This raises concerns about the overall health and well-being of the prison population.
SHOCKING NEWS 🚨 125 prisoners in Delhi's Tihar jail have been found HIV positive.
— Times Algebra (@TimesAlgebraIND) July 27, 2024
200 prisoners have been detected with Syphilis.
Arvind Kejriwal is also lodged in this Jail only. He is safe.
Medical screening of about 10,500 prisoners has been done in Tihar. There are about… pic.twitter.com/wgFnFhuWJG
It is crucial to note that the report does not mention any specific measures being taken by the authorities to address this issue.
The news may raise questions about the safety and security of the prison environment, particularly given that prominent figures like Arvind Kejriwal are also lodged in Tihar jail. Fortunately, it has been confirmed that Kejriwal is safe and unaffected by the medical screening findings.
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