Tamil Nadu Prisoners Welfare Council

Started on 15th February 1921 as a pioneering post-prison rehabilitation initiative, following the recommendations of the Indian Jails Committee (1919–20)

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Rehabilitation Counselling: A First-in-India Initiative

Tamil Nadu Prisoners Welfare Council (TNPWC) proudly pioneered the first structured Rehabilitation Counselling program in India tailored specifically for released prisoners. This groundbreaking initiative marks a transformative step in the country’s correctional services landscape.

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KEY HIGHLIGHTS

Innovative Pre-Release Reintegration Counselling

The scheme provides dedicated psychological counselling starting inside prisons before release and continuing post-release through SMHA-approved clinical psychologists near the prisoner’s residence.

Holistic Support

The counselling sessions address mental health, social reintegration, vocational challenges, and emotional well-being, tailored to individual needs.

Collaboration with Mental Health Authorities

TNDPAS partnered with Mental Health Professionals registered with the Tamil Nadu State Mental Health Authority (SMHA) to empanel qualified clinical psychologists across Tamil Nadu districts.

Pilot Scheme Success

The pilot’s positive outcomes demonstrate reduced recidivism and improved social adaptation, setting a benchmark for other states and correctional systems nationwide.

TNPWC SCHEMES

Counselling

To reclaim habitual offenders and promote law-abiding behaviour.

Vocational training

To offer necessary help to released prisoners without discrimination

Financial Aid

To prevent casual and juvenile offenders from developing into habitual criminals.

Placement

To promote legal reforms favoring non-custodial alternatives.

Employment

To raise funds and carry out activities conducive to the above.

Business Advisory

To provide vocational, educational, legal, psychological, and employment assistance.

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