JAKARTA - The Minister of Immigration and Correction (Imipas), Agus Andrianto, stated that as many as 44 inmates of the Confucian religion received special remission (RK) and reduction of prison terms (PMP) on the momentum of the 2026 Chinese New Year.
In a statement received in Jakarta, Tuesday, February 17, Agus detailed that out of the total, 43 people were inmates who received RK I with a remission amount of 15 days to two months. Meanwhile, another person is a foster child who received Special PMP I for 15 days.
"The state pays tribute to the brothers who have shown positive changes during their rehabilitation period, one of which is through the granting of special remission and reduction of special prison terms on this Chinese New Year celebration," he said.
He emphasized that remission was given selectively and objectively to inmates and inmates who had met the administrative and substantive requirements in accordance with the provisions of laws and regulations.
According to Agus, the policy is not only a form of appreciation for good behavior, but also part of the government's efforts to reduce excess capacity in correctional institutions and detention houses.
Similarly, Director General of Corrections, Mashudi, said that the granting of remission on religious holidays is a form of fulfilling the rights of inmates as well as a sustainable training strategy.
"Remission and PMP are not only a reduction in sentence, but also a coaching instrument that encourages inmates to continue to improve themselves and prepare themselves to return to the community," said Mashudi.
With the provision of RK and PMP Special Chinese New Year 2026, the Directorate General of Corrections recorded savings in the cost of inmate meals of Rp. 25,447,500.
Mashudi emphasized his party's commitment to fulfilling the rights of inmates in accordance with legal provisions and supporting measurable, accountable, and just guidance.
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