Ruler of Sharjah pardons 283 prisoners ahead of Eid Al Adha - GulfToday

Ruler of Sharjah pardons 283 prisoners ahead of Eid Al Adha

  • 27 Jul 2020
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Sheikh Dr. Sultan Bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Ruler of Sharjah. File

His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah has ordered the release of 283 prisoners from punitive and reformative institutions in the Emirate of Sharjah, for good conduct considerations on the occasion of Eid Al Adha. 

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The Sharjah Ruler’s humanitarian gesture to pardon the prisoners, stems from His Highness’ keenness to bring happiness to their families, help pardoned individuals to get a fresh start in life, and support them in reintegrating into the community and resume a new life.

 

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