SC orders states, UTs to frame policy for early release of terminally ill prisoners

The Supreme Court has mandated that all states and Union territories develop policies for the early release of terminally ill prisoners, aiming to alleviate their suffering and reduce overcrowding in jails. The bench emphasized that these policies must be coordinated with State Legal Services Authorities to ensure proper implementation. This move is significant as it seeks to balance humane treatment for inmates with the efficient management of prison resources, reflecting a broader judicial push for compassionate legal reforms.