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Gujarat Prisoners Get Diwali Parole Joy
1 Nov
Summary
- 143 Gujarat prisoners receive 15-day parole for Diwali.
- Parole benefits eligible women and men aged 60+.
- Serious offenders and those with pending appeals are excluded.
Dozens of prisoners in Gujarat will have the chance to celebrate Diwali with their loved ones this year. The state government has sanctioned 15 days of parole for 143 eligible inmates, commencing on Dhanteras, November 6, 2026.
This initiative, part of the state's prisoner welfare and reform program, specifically benefits 103 male prisoners aged 60 and above, alongside 40 women. The tradition of granting Diwali parole has been observed annually since 2003.
Eligibility criteria ensure that prisoners involved in serious crimes, such as rape, kidnapping, or those convicted under stringent acts like the NDPS Act or TADA, are excluded. Additionally, prisoners with pending appeals, non-resident Indians, and those facing preventive detention orders are not eligible for this parole.
Dr. K L N Rao, Director General of Police for Gujarat Prisons, confirmed that the decision aligns with state government rules aimed at promoting prisoner welfare while maintaining public safety.
