“‘Savukku’ Shankar Granted Three-Day Parole to Attend Mothers Funeral”

A parole was granted following a petition submitted by the legal counsel of Mr. Shankar on April 13, 2026. The petition cited the recent passing of Mr. Shankars mother, which necessitated his temporary release. Parole decisions typically consider the circumstances surrounding an inmates situation, including family emergencies. Further details regarding the duration of the parole and any conditions attached have not been disclosed. As a reminder, parole allows inmates to serve part of their sentence outside of prison under specific conditions, aiming to support reintegration into society.