Tihar Jail, Maximum security prison complex in New Delhi, India
The Tihar Prison complex spans over 400 acres and contains nine central prisons managed by the Department of Delhi Prisons.
Established in 1957 as a Punjab state facility, Tihar Jail transferred to Delhi's administration in 1966 and expanded into India's largest correctional institution.
The prison operates an internal radio station and facilitates music therapy sessions, concerts, and artistic programs for the rehabilitation of inmates.
Located in Janakpuri, 3 kilometers from Tihar village, the facility houses 14,059 inmates despite its intended capacity of 5,200 persons.
The prison's Jail Factory, established in 1961, enables inmates to produce goods under the brand name 'Tihar' through various manufacturing activities.
Location: New Delhi
Inception: 1957
Official opening: 1957
Website: http://www.delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/lib_centraljail/Central+Jail/Home/About+Us
Website: http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/lib_centraljail/Central+Jail/Home/About+Us
GPS coordinates: 28.61750,77.10056
Latest update: May 17, 2025 18:53
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