just: Music
on 05 Jan 2025,
We organised a first of its kind performance with recording artist and songwriter Suman Sridhar at Byculla District Jail
around 500 people, from the male and female barracks were in the audience, along with police officers
imprisoned people sang along, calling out to each other from over the walls
inspired by the show, three incarcerated people came on stage to sing for the audience
“Performing at the prison was surreal - bringing music to imprisoned people was an immediate experience of healing through the arts. I felt honoured by the level of connection my music had with people; I left just as enriched.”
- Suman Sridhar
“As I played, I could see how the music provided a temporary escape from the harsh reality of their lives. It was humbling to witness how a simple song could create a connection between us, transcending walls and bars.
Despite the difficult circumstances, there was a sense of unity that resonated in the room. I left feeling grateful for the opportunity to bring a moment of peace into such a challenging environment.”
— Aditya Ahir