MAHOTTARI: Prisoners who escaped from Jaleshwor Prison on September 9, taking advantage of the Gen-Z movement, have been given a final opportunity to return to custody by October 6, according to prison authorities.
Jailer Ashok Chhetri informed that the Jaleshwor Prison Office has issued an official notice urging all escapees to return voluntarily within the set deadline.
The notice warns that those who fail to return by the specified date will face legal action under the Prison Act 2079 BS and other applicable laws of Nepal. It also states that anyone found sheltering, hiding, or assisting the fugitives will be prosecuted as per prevailing laws.
As of this morning, 262 inmates have returned to the prison out of the 576 who had escaped, including 40 Indian nationals.
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