Fak Kurbah helps release 999 individuals in Oman
Fak Kurbah initiative aims at securing the release of individuals imprisoned due to financial insolvency.
The initiative has brought renewed hope to families and offered beneficiaries a fresh start. Of the total 999, the released individuals come from various governorates, with Muscat recording the highest number at 202, followed by North Batinah (118), Buraimi (55), Dhofar (43), North Sharqiyah (22), Dakhliyah (16), and South Sharqiyah (7).
Additionally, 16 cases are from Dhahirah, seven from South Sharqiyah, four each from South Batinah and Musandam, and one from Al Wusta.
Launched in February, the campaign aims to support approximately 1,300 individuals this year through community contributions and institutional partnerships ending on April 22.
Last year, Fak Kurbah helped secure the release of 1,219 individuals. The initiative is part of the Omani Lawyers Association's ongoing efforts to promote humanitarian work within Omani society.
Dr Hamad bin Hamdan al Rubaie, Chairman of the Omani Lawyers Association, attributed the success of the initiative to the solidarity of the Omani community. 'This would not have been possible without the generosity of individuals and institutions who contributed to the initiative,' he said, encouraging continued support.
Since its launch in 2012, Fak Kurbah has facilitated the release of over 7,110 prisoners.
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