NSS – Aug 1

The Spokesperson of the State Administration Council (SAC) told that a total of 7749 inmates in different prisons across the country are granted the State amnesty as per Section 401 (b) of the Criminal Code of Procedures, according to the statement released by the SAC.

Also, a total of 22 EAO members who are imprisoned at the time including members of the TNLA, MNDAA, SSPP/SSA and AA will also be released. Likewise, another 72 members of the EAOs who are currently facing ongoing court cases will also be closed file in accordance with Section 401 (b) of the Criminal Code of Procedures.

In addition, 125 foreign citizens who are currently imprisoned in Myanmar will also be released, according to Major General Zaw Min Tun.  

The amnesties are granted on the honour of Full Moon Day of 2nd Warso.