A group of Pakistani fishermen who were recently released from Indian prisons have safely arrived in Karachi, marking an emotional moment for their families. The fishermen were detained by Indian authorities several years ago after unintentionally crossing the maritime boundary while fishing in the Arabian Sea.
At Karachi’s Cantt railway station, families broke down in tears as they reunited with their loved ones after years of separation. Many of the fishermen said they endured harsh living conditions in jail but remained hopeful that one day they would return home. Their release has brought relief to their families, who had been waiting anxiously for years for any news of their whereabouts.
Officials have described the release as a positive humanitarian gesture and a small but meaningful step towards building goodwill between Pakistan and India. They added that the two countries should continue such efforts on humanitarian grounds, especially for those detained for unintentional border crossings.
The released fishermen thanked the Pakistani authorities and welfare organizations that worked for their freedom. They also appealed for the immediate repatriation of others still imprisoned across the border.
