In a move of benevolence and mercy, Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mu’alla, the UAQ Ruler, has issued the pardon of certain prisoners in preparation for the holy month of Ramadan. This is in line with his intention to provide people with a second chance at restarting their lives and integrating into society.
The move, taken in consultation with judicial officials, is intended to alleviate the burden on families of the pardoned prisoners and motivate them to live a more responsible life after release. The act of clemency is in accordance with the UAE values of forgiveness and social harmony, particularly during Ramadan, a period of spiritual reflection and renewal.
Leaders from across the UAE issue pardons every year at important religious celebrations, reaffirming the nation’s humanitarian justice model. It benefits not just the prisoners but also enhances relationships in society through the encouragement of rehabilitation rather than long-term confinement.
Families of the pardoned also thanked the move, terming it a blessing in the holy month. Most regard this as a chance for the amnesty to enable their relatives to start afresh and be productive members of society.
