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44 Elderly, Ailing Prisoners to Be Released from Bihar Jails on Gandhi Jayanti
✍️ timesofindia.indiatimes.com
🗓 01 Oct 2026, 11:36 PM
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On Gandhi Jayanti, Bihar authorities will free 44 prisoners who are elderly or suffering from serious illnesses.
Bihar’s prison department announced that on Gandhi Jayanti, 44 inmates who are either senior citizens or battling serious health conditions will be released from various jails across the state. The move follows a routine review of prisoners’ medical records and age, aimed at easing the burden on the penal system during the national holiday.
Officials said the decision reflects a humanitarian approach, noting that many of the inmates require regular medical attention that is difficult to provide within the prison environment. Releasing them also helps reduce overcrowding, a chronic issue in Bihar’s correctional facilities.
Family members of the released prisoners gathered at the respective jails to receive them, expressing relief and gratitude. Prison officials confirmed that each beneficiary has been cleared after medical verification and that they will be monitored for compliance with any post‑release conditions.
The release is part of a broader policy adopted by several Indian states to grant temporary or permanent freedom to aged and ailing convicts on special occasions, aligning with the spirit of Mahatma Gandhi’s emphasis on compassion and human dignity.
Officials said the decision reflects a humanitarian approach, noting that many of the inmates require regular medical attention that is difficult to provide within the prison environment. Releasing them also helps reduce overcrowding, a chronic issue in Bihar’s correctional facilities.
Family members of the released prisoners gathered at the respective jails to receive them, expressing relief and gratitude. Prison officials confirmed that each beneficiary has been cleared after medical verification and that they will be monitored for compliance with any post‑release conditions.
The release is part of a broader policy adopted by several Indian states to grant temporary or permanent freedom to aged and ailing convicts on special occasions, aligning with the spirit of Mahatma Gandhi’s emphasis on compassion and human dignity.