The Retreat, ‘a programme for review and introspection and to identify new methodologies for better administration’ is being organized since 2001 in the Department. On the request of the Department, the Government is giving administrative sanction to utilize an amount of Rs.6.00 Lakhs funds available under the Head of Account “2056 Jails – MH-001 Direction and Administration, SH (01) Headquarters Office – 200 Other Administrative Expenditure (Non-Plan) every year. The meetings have brought out recommendations on various aspects for better administration. These recommendations are being implemented after the approval of the Government.