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Meerut jail inmates request love, separation and betrayal songs on radio
✍️ India Today
🗓 23 Aug 2026, 02:18 PM
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A radio programme inside Meerut prison allows inmates to send song requests, with many choosing tracks about love, separation and betrayal.
A special radio service operating within the Meerut Central Jail has been receiving a steady stream of song requests from inmates. According to the programme's latest broadcast, the most popular themes are love, separation and betrayal, reflecting the emotional state of the prisoners.
The initiative, launched to provide a constructive outlet for inmates, lets them call in or send messages to request specific tracks. Prison officials say the service aims to improve morale and reduce tension among the incarcerated population.
While the exact number of requests has not been disclosed, prison staff note that the majority of the songs chosen are classic Bollywood numbers that deal with romantic longing and heartbreak. The radio segment has become a regular feature of daily life inside the facility, offering a brief respite from routine confinement.
The initiative, launched to provide a constructive outlet for inmates, lets them call in or send messages to request specific tracks. Prison officials say the service aims to improve morale and reduce tension among the incarcerated population.
While the exact number of requests has not been disclosed, prison staff note that the majority of the songs chosen are classic Bollywood numbers that deal with romantic longing and heartbreak. The radio segment has become a regular feature of daily life inside the facility, offering a brief respite from routine confinement.