Abdul Rahim from Kozhikode released from Saudi jail
ABDUL Rahim, from Kozhikode, imprisoned in Saudi Arabia since 2006, has been officially released from prison following the completion of his 20-year sentence and payment of blood money, with repatriation expected shortly.
His release, managed by the Legal Aid Committee, follows a massive ₹34 crore crowdfunding campaign.
Release Status: Authorities have signed the release order, and he has been freed from prison.
Next Steps: Exit visa formalities are complete, and immigration procedures are underway for his return to India.
Background: Abdul Rahim was sentenced to death for the 2006 killing of a Saudi boy, but the family accepted blood money, allowing his release.
Crowdfunding: The required SAR 15 million was raised by the public.
