Over 500 Indians set for release from UAE prisons ahead of Ramadan

NEW DELHI: Over 500 Indians have been pardoned from serving sentences by UAE ahead of the holy month of Ramzan.
This comes after UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, in February, announced large-scale prisoner pardons, ordering the release of 1,295 inmates, and Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum granting clemency to 1,518 prisoners.
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed's has also pledged to settle the financial obligations of the released prisoners. This move is intended to alleviate the burdens on both the inmates and their families, fostering stability within households and ensuring they can begin anew without financial constraints.
The clemency granted by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid applies to individuals of various nationalities who were held in Dubai's correctional and punitive facilities. The pardon is aimed at allowing them to reunite with their families and reintegrate into society.
Attorney General of Dubai, Chancellor Essam Issa Al-Humaidan, said that the decision reflects Sheikh Mohammed's dedication to offering a fresh start to those who have served their sentences. He confirmed that Dubai Public Prosecution, in coordination with Dubai Police, has already begun implementing the legal procedures for their release.
The annual Ramadan pardons are part of the UAE's tradition of showing mercy and providing second chances. The mass release also serves a practical role in reducing prison populations while reinforcing social stability.