Gujarat Grants 15-Day Diwali Parole To 143 Eligible Prisoners

What happened: Gujarat granted 15-day Diwali parole to 143 eligible prisoners, continuing a practice in place since 2003. Key numbers: 15 days of parole per year at Diwali since 2003; 143 prisoners granted parole. Why it matters: The benefit applies to eligible women prisoners and men aged 60 or above, allowing them to celebrate the festival with their families.

Gujarat granted 15-day Diwali parole to 143 eligible prisoners, continuing a practice in place since 2003.

The benefit applies to eligible women prisoners and men aged 60 or above, allowing them to celebrate the festival with their families.