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Crime
Inmate Yogesh Charanvasi’s Book ‘Jail‑in‑Branded Kafan’ Raises Questions on Ajmer Prison
✍️ Amar Ujala · Ajmer
🗓 26 Aug 2026, 05:02 PM
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A self‑published book titled ‘Jail‑in‑Branded Kafan’, authored by hard‑line prisoner Yogesh Charanvasi and posted online in January 2026, has sparked debate over the alleged presence of branded clothing, mobile phones and gang networks inside Ajmer’s high‑security jail.
The Rajasthan‑based inmate Yogesh Charanvasi, classified as a hardcore prisoner, uploaded a digital manuscript called “Jail‑in‑Branded Kafan” in January 2026. The book details his observations inside Ajmer’s high‑security prison, alleging that inmates have access to branded garments, personal mobile devices and an organised gang network.
The publication quickly circulated on social media and was picked up by regional news outlets, prompting public scrutiny of the jail’s security protocols. Officials of the Rajasthan Prison Department have acknowledged receipt of the book and said a preliminary review is underway to verify the claims.
If the allegations are substantiated, they could lead to a formal inquiry into contraband control, staff oversight and the broader management of high‑risk inmates at the Ajmer facility.
The publication quickly circulated on social media and was picked up by regional news outlets, prompting public scrutiny of the jail’s security protocols. Officials of the Rajasthan Prison Department have acknowledged receipt of the book and said a preliminary review is underway to verify the claims.
If the allegations are substantiated, they could lead to a formal inquiry into contraband control, staff oversight and the broader management of high‑risk inmates at the Ajmer facility.