KABUL (Pajhwok): Scores of prisoners have been released in Baghlan and Zabul province in line with the government’s efforts to contain the spread of the coronavirus.
Fifty-four detainees, held on different charges, were set free after consideration of their ages and health condition, said Baghlan Prison Director Aslam Kohistani.
Another 21 prisoners were released in southern Zabul province, police spokesman Mohammad Lal Amiri said on Wednesday.
More than 1,200 prisoners are being freed . . .
