One hundred and ten people have been released from jail as part of a goodwill campaign aimed at helping prisoners with money troubles.

The campaign, 'Fak Kurba', was started in 2012 by the Lawyers Committee in coordination with Supreme Committee for Judiciary, and is designed help those imprisoned over money troubles with legal, civil, commercial and labour cases. 

"One hundred and ten people have been released so far as part of the fourth edition of the Initiative, and we are still continuing, as hands remain shining with generosity," said Dr. Mohammed Al Zadjali, head of Fak Kurba, president of the Oman Lawyers Association and head of the Legal Committee at Majlis Al Shura.

Since its inception, the campaign has supported many in trouble and continues to do more. “In its first phase in 2012, the campaign managed to secure the release of 44 prisoners, in 2014 it was 304, and in 2015 the figure stood at 432," said Al Zadjali.

Although the campaign was not initiated in 2016 because of a lack of funds, it intends to help a large number of prisoners this year.

“In 2016, the project was not activated due to the economic crisis. However, we are doing it this year once again, we started the process on May 11, and started collecting funds from the second day and we will continue until July 11,” said Al Zadjali.

“Donations are accepted from individuals and private companies as well. I urge everyone to donate and help with this noble cause,” he added.

Source: Timesofoman