(a) whether Pakistani civilian prisoners languishing in Indian jails were released on 30th June, 2006;
(b) if so, the number of prisoners were released on completion of their sentences and also released on parole;
(c) whether the nationality of the prisoners was verified by the Pakistan High Commission before releasing them; and
(d) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI SRIPRAKASH JAISWAL)
(a) & (b): 38 Pakistani civilian prisoners lodged in Indian jails were released on 30th June, 2006 on completion of their sentences.
(c) & (d) Yes, Sir. The Pakistani civilian prisoners were released after confirmation of their nationality and issue of Emergency Passports by Pakistan High Commission.