22 Indian fishermen were freed from a jail in Karachi, Pakistan.

In a heartwarming gesture, the Pakistani government has released 22 Indian fishermen who were serving sentences in Karachi's Malir Jail. According to reports, these fishermen will be handed over to Indian authorities on Saturday, bringing an end to their prolonged stay in Pakistan.

The release of these fishermen was confirmed by Malir Jail superintendent Arshad Shah, who stated that they were set free on Friday after completing their sentences. The Express Tribune newspaper quoted him saying, "We are happy to see them reunited with their families after such a long time."

Thanks to the efforts of Faisal Edhi, chairman of the Edhi Foundation, the fishermen were provided with transportation to Lahore, from where they will continue their journey back to India. The Edhi Foundation not only covered their travel expenses but also showered them with gifts and cash, making their return journey a little easier.

In a heartfelt plea, Edhi urged both the Indian and Pakistani governments to show compassion towards fishermen who unintentionally cross maritime boundaries. He emphasized the hardships faced by their families during their time in jail and called for their immediate release and swift repatriation once their sentences are completed.

The repatriation of Indian fishermen from Pakistan is usually carried out through the Wagah border, where Indian authorities facilitate their return to their coastal communities after completing all formalities. It's a common occurrence for fishermen from both countries to be arrested for crossing into each other's waters, often due to poorly demarcated sea frontiers.

As per the lists of prisoners exchanged between the two countries on January 1, there were a total of 266 Indian prisoners in Pakistan. On the other hand, India's list showed that there were 462 Pakistani prisoners in Indian jails. With the release of these 22 fishermen, it is hoped that the two countries will continue to work towards repatriating all prisoners and promoting friendly relations between them.

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