Bangladesh’s 75 prisons are currently operating at 170% of their capacity, according to Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed. The minister disclosed this information in response to a question raised in parliament on Wednesday, June 17th. Data collected as of June 7th indicates a significant strain on the country’s correctional facilities. This overcrowding presents challenges to maintaining adequate conditions and managing the inmate population. No specific details regarding the total inmate count or planned solutions were immediately provided. The issue was raised by NCP lawmaker, Mo. Abul Hasanat (Hasnat Abdullah) of the Cumilla-4 constituency. The minister’s statement highlights a pressing concern within the Bangladeshi penal system.