From Redemption to Craftsmanship: Inmate-Made Products to Be Showcased at Bhutan Trade Fair
In a heartening step toward rehabilitation and societal reintegration, the Prison Service Division of the Royal Bhutan Police (RBP) is set to showcase the talents and transformation of incarcerated individuals at the upcoming Trade Fair for Bhutanese Products. The event will be held at Clock Tower Square in Thimphu on 21 June 2025. Operating under the guiding belief that skill development can be a powerful tool for change, the Prison Service Division has been actively equipping inmates with vocational training across various trades. These programs aim to reduce recidivism, support successful reintegration, and foster a sense of dignity and purpose among inmates. The upcoming trade fair, organized in collaboration with the Bhutan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI), provides a valuable platform for inmates to display handcrafted products—each item a reflection of the personal growth, discipline, and skill honed behind prison walls. “We extend our heartfelt gr...