The Times of India

El Salvadors prison factory: Thousands of inmates sew uniforms round the clock and earn sentence reductions

El Salvador's prisons are now buzzing with sewing machines, as inmates produce uniforms for public institutions. This state-backed program, part of a crackdown on gangs, offers work, training, and potential sentence reductions. Officials highlight its role in making prisons functional and reducing government spending, sparking international interest in similar reform models.