A major controversy has unfolded at Parappana Agrahara Central Jail in Bengaluru after a viral video showing inmates allegedly enjoying luxury facilities has now been linked to a suspected conspiracy.<br /><br />According to preliminary findings, the video—widely circulated on social media—was allegedly staged by a group of inmates to defame Alok Kumar, Director General of Police (Prisons), following his crackdown on illegal activities and “VIP treatment” inside the jail.<br /><br />The footage had shown prisoners using mobile phones, televisions and streaming services, and even making claims that the senior officer facilitated access to contraband. However, officials now suspect the clip was created as a retaliatory move against stricter prison reforms.<br /><br />Following the controversy, prison authorities conducted a search in Barrack No. 9 and reportedly recovered mobile phones hidden inside drainage pipes, wrapped in used milk packets to avoid detection.<br /><br />Three inmates—Darshan, Abhi and Andrews—have been identified as the alleged masterminds. Darshan and Abhi, who are accused in a Hennur Bande murder case, are said to have instigated Andrews to record and circulate the video. During questioning, they allegedly confessed that the intent was to frame the DGP.<br /><br />In a parallel action, three wardens—Shivananda, Niranjan A. Kamath and Hanumanthappa—have been suspended for dereliction of duty. The jail administration has also been asked to explain how contraband items entered the high-security premises.<br /><br />The accused inmates have been shifted to quarantine cells as the investigation continues. Authorities are examining all angles, including possible staff involvement.<br /><br />#Bengaluru #ParappanaAgrahara #BreakingNews #JailControversy
