Wednesday, January 21, 2009

Medical Camp at Puttur Jail









The team had an opportunity to conduct a small medical camp for the inmates at the local jail. The jail was very spartan with each cell having a cement floor, squat toilet, fan and light, no beds. There will be 3-6 prisoners per 8 X 12 cell. Conditions are very different than US jails and sentences appear to be much harsher for given crimes. 6 months for stealing a cell phone, or public drunkeness. The team handed out treats during the camp - bananas and sweets.