ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): On the blessed occasion of Eid Milad-un-Nabi (PBUH), President Asif Ali Zardari approved a special remission of 180 days in sentences for eligible prisoners under article 45 of the Constitution of Pakistan.
President took this decision on the advice of the government, which had originally recommended a 100-day remission.
PM concurred with President’s proposal
After due consultation, and in a spirit of mercy and compassion, the Prime Minister concurred with the President’s proposal to enhance this remission to 180 days.
The prisoners meeting the criteria only will be able to benefit from the special remission under the law, while those convicted of serious crimes such as murder, terrorism, espionage, and major financial offences will remain excluded.
