The Jharkhand government made a significant decision to release 37 convicts serving life sentences in various jails across the state. This decision was taken during a meeting of the Jharkhand State Penal Review Board, chaired by Chief Minister Hemant Soren at his residential office. A total of 103 cases from across the state were reviewed in this meeting, and after careful deliberation, it was agreed to release 37 prisoners.
An official statement mentioned, "The meeting of the Jharkhand State Penal Review Board was held under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Hemant Soren. In this meeting, an in-depth discussion was held regarding the release of 103 prisoners serving life sentences in different jails of the state. After review, the decision was made to release 37 convicts."
CM directs investigation post-release
Chief Minister Hemant Soren directed the authorities to thoroughly investigate the family backgrounds and social and economic status of the released prisoners after their release. Additionally, he emphasised the need to monitor their activities closely and ensure that they are integrated into various welfare schemes initiated by the government.
The Chief Minister further instructed officials to ensure the provision of livelihood sources for these released convicts, enabling them to reintegrate into society and start a new chapter in their lives.
In another incident, security forces in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district recovered two Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) from a forested area on Monday. According to the police, the IEDs were later deactivated. The police statement revealed that the explosives had been planted by Naxals to target security personnel. The explosives were found in the hilly forested area between the Guwa and Rowam roads of the district. The Bomb Disposal Squad safely destroyed the IEDs.