Prisoners In UAE Jail: Due to the harsh laws in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), a large number of people are lodged in jails. Many people do not have money for legal battles. An Indian businessman has taken a great initiative for the release of such prisoners who spent years in jail cells due to poverty. Whose name is Firoz Merchant.
Firoz Merchant donated 1 million dirhams (about Rs 2.5 crore) to ensure the release of 900 prisoners from UAE jails by the beginning of 2024. Their target is to release 3,000 prisoners this year. This is the reason why he is being praised all over the world for his noble cause.
What does Firoz do?
66 year old Firoz Merchant is the owner of Pure Gold Jewellers. He lives in Dubai. His office said that this is a message to show humility, humanity, forgiveness and kindness before Ramadan. According to the statement, "Dubai-based prominent Indian businessman and philanthropist Firoz Merchant, owner of Pure Gold, is known for ‘The Forgotten Society’ initiative. He has released 900 prisoners since the beginning of 2024."
According to the Magulf news portal, these include 495 prisoners from Ajman, 170 prisoners from Fujairah, 121 prisoners from Dubai, 69 prisoners from Umm Al Quwain and 28 prisoners from Ras Al Khaimah. Firoz Merchant also paid off the debts of the prisoners and gave them air fare to return home. Their goal is to reunite families and give them a second chance at life.
More than 20 thousand prisoners have received help
Together with the Director Generals of Police in the UAE’s central prisons, Firoz Merchant’s initiative has helped more than 20,000 prisoners over the years. Merchant said, "I am grateful for the government’s cooperation. The Forgotten Society believes that humanity has no limits, and we work together to give these individuals the opportunity to be reunited with their families and communities."