Dubai Police help inmate father enliven wedding of daughter

The General Department of Punitive and Correctional Establishments in Dubai made a heartwarming gesture that turned a young Arab girl’s dream into reality on her special day by allowing her inmate father to be on her side and witness the sacred bond of matrimony between her and her Arab husband.
This came after the girl had submitted a heartfelt request to the General Department of Punitive and Correctional Establishments, seeking their assistance to fulfil her sincere wish.
With unwavering determination and under the directives of Expert Major General Khalil Ibrahim Al Mansouri, the Assistant Commander-in-Chief of Criminal Investigation Affairs at Dubai Police, the Department worked tirelessly to ensure her heartfelt wish was fulfilled.
In her appeal, the young girl had expressed that an Arab gentleman had presented a marriage proposal, expressing his sincere desire to join their lives together in matrimony.
With hope, she emphasised the importance of her father’s consent, an inmate in the Dubai Punitive and Correctional Establishments. She underscored the importance of his presence during this momentous occasion, as it holds immense significance in her life and carries deep meaning for her entire family.
Brigadier Marwan Jalfar, Director of the General Department of Punitive and Correctional Establishments, confirmed that the Department had received the young girl’s request and carefully evaluated the financial and emotional circumstances surrounding her father’s presence during the preparations for her marriage, considering his role as the family’s primary breadwinner.
In a compassionate response, aligned with the directives of Lieutenant General Abdullah Khalifa Al Marri, Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police, the Department immediately approved her request, reflecting their dedication to humanitarian initiatives and the profound impact they have on spreading happiness throughout society.
Comprehensive support and home preparation
Brigadier Jalfar highlighted that the General Department of Punitive and Correctional Establishments has launched the ‘Bring Joy to the Inmate’s Daughter’ initiative to ensure the bride’s happiness and provide comprehensive support beyond arranging the wedding venue.
“The Department expanded the support to encompass assistance in preparing and furnishing her new home, aiming to create a harmonious and joyful marital environment for the couple while also acknowledging its positive influence on her father,” he added.
Brig. Jalfar thanked Sheikh Ahmed Al-Shihi, an authorised Islamic marriage official (Mazoon), for graciously accepting the request of the Punitive and Correctional Establishments to attend and officiate the marriage ceremony. He also conveyed his best wishes to the couple for their future life together.
Humanitarian initiatives
Brigadier Salah Jumaa Bu Asaibah, Deputy Director of the General at the Department of Punitive and Correctional Establishments, emphasised that the ‘Bring Joy to the Inmate’s Daughter’ initiative is one of various initiatives aimed at ensuring the happiness of inmates’ children, especially in challenging circumstances.
He highlighted that the initiative promoted values of tolerance and love in society and expressed his heartfelt wishes for the couple to have a happy life together.
The bride, her father, and the groom expressed their heartfelt thanks and gratitude to the Dubai Police for this initiative that brought them immense joy and happiness.